What is the cheapest way to get from Gion to Bamboo Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Gion to Bamboo Forest is to drive which costs ¥190 - ¥290 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Gion to Bamboo Forest?

The fastest way to get from Gion to Bamboo Forest is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs ¥4400 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct train between Gion and Bamboo Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Gion to Bamboo Forest. However, there are services departing from Kyouto Kawaramachi and arriving at Arashiyama(Tramway) via Sai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Gion to Bamboo Forest?

The distance between Gion and Bamboo Forest is 12 km. The road distance is 11.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Gion to Bamboo Forest without a car is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs ¥390 - ¥430.

How long does it take to get from Gion to Bamboo Forest?

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from Gion to Bamboo Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gion to Bamboo Forest train from?

Gion to Bamboo Forest train services, operated by Hankyu Railway, depart from Kyouto Kawaramachi station.

Where does the Gion to Bamboo Forest train arrive?

Gion to Bamboo Forest train services, operated by Hankyu Railway, arrive at Hankyuusaiin Eki station.

Can I drive from Gion to Bamboo Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Gion to Bamboo Forest is 11 km. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Gion to Bamboo Forest.

Where can I stay near Bamboo Forest?

There are 3770+ hotels available in Bamboo Forest.

Gion to Bamboo Forest - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, car, and subway

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyouto Kawaramachi to Hankyuusaiin Ekitrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
2. Take the train from Sai to Arashiyama(Tramway)train [165821] Randen Arashiyama / ...
1h 8m
¥390–429
Drive 11.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gion to Bamboo Forestcar 11.2 km
17 min
¥195–281
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gion to Bamboo Foresttaxi 11.2 km
17 min
¥4,400–5,500
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Sanjokeihan to Uzumasatenjingawasubway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
2. Take the train from Randen-Tenjingawa to Arashiyama(Tramway)train [165821] Randen Arashiyama / ...
1h 9m
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
1h 17m
¥480
Line 203 bus, train via Nishinokyo Enmachi
1. Take the bus from Gion to Nishinokyo Enmachibus 203
2. Take the train from Emmachi to Saga-Arashiyamatrain Sagano Line Local / ...
1h 25m
¥340–400

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Distance: 12.4 km
Duration: 1h 8m

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

You can take a train from Kyouto Kawaramachi to Bamboo Forest via Hankyuusaiin Eki, Sai, and Arashiyama(Tramway) in around 1h 8m.

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