What is the cheapest way to get from Dōtonbori (Land) to Gion?

The cheapest way to get from Dōtonbori (Land) to Gion is to train via Nishinakajima-Minamigata which costs ¥600 - ¥800 and takes 1h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dōtonbori (Land) to Gion?

The fastest way to get from Dōtonbori (Land) to Gion is to drive which takes 51 min and costs ¥850 - ¥1300.

Is there a direct bus between Dōtonbori (Land) and Gion?

No, there is no direct bus from Dōtonbori (Land) station to Gion. However, there are services departing from Nanba Station, Osaka and arriving at Shijo Kawaramachi via Osaka Airport and Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Dōtonbori (Land) and Gion?

No, there is no direct train from Dōtonbori (Land) to Gion. However, there are services departing from Namba and arriving at Gion-Shijo via Yodoyabashi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Dōtonbori (Land) to Gion?

The distance between Dōtonbori (Land) and Gion is 52 km. The road distance is 51.6 km.

How do I travel from Dōtonbori (Land) to Gion without a car?

The best way to get from Dōtonbori (Land) to Gion without a car is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs ¥650 - ¥850.

How long does it take to get from Dōtonbori (Land) to Gion?

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from Dōtonbori (Land) to Gion, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dōtonbori (Land) to Gion bus from?

Dōtonbori (Land) to Gion bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Nanba Station, Osaka.

Where do I catch the Dōtonbori (Land) to Gion train from?

Dōtonbori (Land) to Gion train services, operated by Keihan Electric Railway, depart from Yodoyabashi station.

Train or bus from Dōtonbori (Land) to Gion?

The best way to get from Dōtonbori (Land) to Gion is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs ¥650 - ¥850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1700 - ¥2200 and takes 1h 54m.

Where does the Dōtonbori (Land) to Gion bus arrive?

Dōtonbori (Land) to Gion bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal station.

Where does the Dōtonbori (Land) to Gion train arrive?

Dōtonbori (Land) to Gion train services, operated by Keihan Electric Railway, arrive at Gion-Shijo station.

Can I drive from Dōtonbori (Land) to Gion?

Yes, the driving distance between Dōtonbori (Land) to Gion is 52 km. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Dōtonbori (Land) to Gion.

Where can I stay near Gion?

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Dōtonbori (Land) to Gion - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Dōtonbori (Land) to Gion by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Yodoyabashi to Gion-Shijotrain Keihan Main Line Limited Express / ...
1h 3m
¥670–833
Train via Nishinakajima-Minamigata
cheapest
1. Take the train from Nanpou to Kyouto Kawaramachitrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
1h 25m
¥625–762
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nanba Station, Osaka to Osaka Itami Airport North Terminalbus N
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
1h 54m
¥1,717–2,108
Drive 51.6 km
1. Drive from Dōtonbori (Land) to Gioncar 51.6 km
51 min
¥889–1,284
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dōtonbori (Land) to Giontaxi 51.6 km
51 min
¥19,000–23,000

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Distance: 52.2 km
Duration: 1h 3m

What companies run services between Dōtonbori (Land), Japan and Gion, Kyoto, Japan?

Keihan Electric Railway operates a train from Yodoyabashi to Gion-Shijo every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥470–600 and the journey takes 52 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nanba Station, Osaka to Shijo Kawaramachi via Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal, Osaka Airport, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, and Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi in around 1h 54m.

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