What is the cheapest way to get from Gion to JR Namba?

The cheapest way to get from Gion to JR Namba is to train via Nishinakajima-Minamigata which costs ¥600 - ¥750 and takes 1h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gion to JR Namba?

The fastest way to get from Gion to JR Namba is to drive which takes 50 min and costs ¥850 - ¥1300.

Is there a direct bus between Gion and JR Namba?

No, there is no direct bus from Gion to JR Namba station. However, there are services departing from Shijo Kawaramachi and arriving at JR Namba Station via Kyoto Station Hachijou gate and Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Gion and JR Namba?

No, there is no direct train from Gion to JR Namba. However, there are services departing from Gion-Shijo and arriving at Namba via Yodoyabashi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Gion to JR Namba?

The distance between Gion and JR Namba is 53 km. The road distance is 52 km.

How do I travel from Gion to JR Namba without a car?

The best way to get from Gion to JR Namba without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs ¥600 - ¥800.

How long does it take to get from Gion to JR Namba?

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Gion to JR Namba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gion to JR Namba bus from?

Gion to JR Namba bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate.

Where do I catch the Gion to JR Namba train from?

Gion to JR Namba train services, operated by Keihan Electric Railway, depart from Gion-Shijo station.

Train or bus from Gion to JR Namba?

The best way to get from Gion to JR Namba is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs ¥600 - ¥800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2000 - ¥2400 and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Gion to JR Namba bus arrive?

Gion to JR Namba bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal station.

Where does the Gion to JR Namba train arrive?

Gion to JR Namba train services, operated by Keihan Electric Railway, arrive at Yodoyabashi station.

Can I drive from Gion to JR Namba?

Yes, the driving distance between Gion to JR Namba is 52 km. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Gion to JR Namba.

Where can I stay near JR Namba?

There are 9483+ hotels available in JR Namba.

Gion to JR Namba - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Gion to JR Namba by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gion-Shijo to Yodoyabashitrain Keihan Main Line Limited Express / ...
1h 6m
¥613–786
Train via Nishinakajima-Minamigata
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kyoto-kawaramachi to Minamikatatrain Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
1h 20m
¥609–750
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate to Osaka Itami Airport South Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Osaka Itami Airport to JR Namba Stationbus N
2h 5m
¥2,030–2,330
Drive 52 km
1. Drive from Gion to JR Nambacar 52 km
50 min
¥894–1,291
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gion to JR Nambataxi 52 km
50 min
¥19,000–24,000

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Distance: 52.8 km
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Gion, Kyoto, Japan and JR Namba, Japan?

Keihan Electric Railway operates a train from Gion-Shijo to Yodoyabashi every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥410–550 and the journey takes 51 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shijo Kawaramachi to JR Namba Station via Kyoto Station, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, and Osaka Itami Airport in around 2h 5m.

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