What is the cheapest way to get from Bamboo Forest to Nijō Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Bamboo Forest to Nijō Castle is to train which costs ¥130 - ¥200 and takes 1h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bamboo Forest to Nijō Castle?

The fastest way to get from Bamboo Forest to Nijō Castle is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs ¥3400 - ¥4100.

Is there a direct train between Bamboo Forest and Nijō Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Saga-Arashiyama and arriving at Nijō. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8 min.

How far is it from Bamboo Forest to Nijō Castle?

The distance between Bamboo Forest and Nijō Castle is 11 km. The road distance is 8.4 km.

How do I travel from Bamboo Forest to Nijō Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Bamboo Forest to Nijō Castle without a car is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs ¥130 - ¥200.

How long does it take to get from Bamboo Forest to Nijō Castle?

The train from Saga-Arashiyama to Nijō takes 8 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bamboo Forest to Nijō Castle train from?

Bamboo Forest to Nijō Castle train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Saga-Arashiyama station.

Where does the Bamboo Forest to Nijō Castle train arrive?

Bamboo Forest to Nijō Castle train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Nijō station.

Can I drive from Bamboo Forest to Nijō Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Bamboo Forest to Nijō Castle is 8 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Bamboo Forest to Nijō Castle.

Where can I stay near Nijō Castle?

There are 3752+ hotels available in Nijō Castle.

Bamboo Forest to Nijō Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bamboo Forest to Nijō Castle by train, taxi, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Saga-Arashiyama to Nijōtrain Sagano Line Local / ...
1h 12m
¥130–200
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bamboo Forest to Nijō Castletaxi 8.4 km
13 min
¥3,400–4,100
Drive 8.4 km
1. Drive from Bamboo Forest to Nijō Castlecar 8.4 km
13 min
¥146–211
Train via Shijoomiya
1. Take the train from Arashiyama(Tramway) to Shijoomiyatrain [165977] Randen Arashiyama
1h 23m
¥250

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Distance: 11.4 km
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between Bamboo Forest, Kyoto, Japan and Nijō Castle, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Saga-Arashiyama to Nijō every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥130–200 and the journey takes 8 min.

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