What is the cheapest way to get from Gion to Arashiyama?

The cheapest way to get from Gion to Arashiyama is to drive which costs ¥160 - ¥240 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Gion to Arashiyama?

The fastest way to get from Gion to Arashiyama is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs ¥4800 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct bus between Gion and Arashiyama?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gion and arriving at Nishioji Oike. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

Is there a direct train between Gion and Arashiyama?

No, there is no direct train from Gion to Arashiyama. However, there are services departing from Sanjokeihan and arriving at Saga-Arashiyama via Nijō. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Gion to Arashiyama?

The distance between Gion and Arashiyama is 6 km. The road distance is 9.7 km.

How do I travel from Gion to Arashiyama without a car?

The best way to get from Gion to Arashiyama without a car is to line 203 bus which takes 21 min and costs ¥230.

How long does it take to get from Gion to Arashiyama?

The line 203 bus from Gion to Nishioji Oike takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Gion to Arashiyama bus from?

Gion to Arashiyama bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Gion station.

Where do I catch the Gion to Arashiyama train from?

Gion to Arashiyama train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, depart from Sanjokeihan station.

Train or bus from Gion to Arashiyama?

The best way to get from Gion to Arashiyama is to line 203 bus which takes 21 min and costs ¥230. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥390 - ¥430 and takes 31 min.

Where does the Gion to Arashiyama bus arrive?

Gion to Arashiyama bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Nishioji Oike station.

Where does the Gion to Arashiyama train arrive?

Gion to Arashiyama train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, arrive at Nijo(Kyoto) station.

Can I drive from Gion to Arashiyama?

Yes, the driving distance between Gion to Arashiyama is 10 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Gion to Arashiyama.

Where can I stay near Arashiyama?

There are 3803+ hotels available in Arashiyama.

Gion to Arashiyama - 6 ways to travel via train, line 203 bus, subway, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Gion to Arashiyama by bus, subway, train, taxi, or car

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Line 203 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Gion to Nishioji Oikebus 203
21 min
¥230
Drive 9.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gion to Arashiyamacar 9.7 km
13 min
¥166–240
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Sanjokeihan to Nijo(Kyoto)subway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
2. Take the train from Nijō to Saga-Arashiyamatrain Sagano Line Local / ...
24 min
¥363–448
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gion to Arashiyamataxi 9.7 km
13 min
¥4,800–6,000
Train
1. Take the train from Sai to Arashiyama(Tramway)train [165821] Randen Arashiyama / ...
31 min
¥390–429
Line 203 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gion to Shijo Omiyabus 203
2. Take the train from Shijoomiya to Arashiyama(Tramway)train [165821] Randen Arashiyama
41 min
¥480

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Distance: 5.6 km
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Gion, Kyoto, Japan and Arashiyama, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Gion to Nishioji Oike every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, Keifuku Electric Railroad operates a train from Sai to Arashiyama(Tramway) every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥223 and the journey takes 22 min.

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