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

The cheapest way to get from Gion to Nishijin is to line 203 bus which costs ¥230 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gion to Nishijin is to subway which takes 6 min and costs ¥220 - ¥250.

Is there a direct bus between Gion and Nishijin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gion and arriving at Imadegawa Omiya. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Gion and Nishijin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shijo and arriving at Imadegawa. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6 min.

How far is it from Gion to Nishijin?

The distance between Gion and Nishijin is 3 km.

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

The best way to get from Gion to Nishijin without a car is to subway which takes 6 min and costs ¥220 - ¥250.

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

The subway from Shijo to Imadegawa takes 6 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Gion to Nishijin bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Gion to Nishijin train from?

Gion to Nishijin train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, depart from Shijo station.

Where does the Gion to Nishijin bus arrive?

Gion to Nishijin bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Imadegawa Omiya station.

Where does the Gion to Nishijin train arrive?

Gion to Nishijin train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, arrive at Imadegawa station.

Where can I stay near Nishijin?

There are 3729+ hotels available in Nishijin.

Gion to Nishijin - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, line 203 bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Gion to Nishijin by subway, train, bus, taxi, or foot

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Shijo to Imadegawasubway K: Karasuma
6 min
¥220–250
Train, line 203 bus
1. Take the train from Gion-Shijo to Demachiyanagitrain Keihan Main Line Limited Express / ...
2. Take the bus from Demachiyanagi to Imadegawa Omiyabus 203
20 min
¥483–538
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gion to Nishijintaxi 5.7 km
7 min
¥2,400–3,000
Walk
1. Take the foot from Gion to Nishijinwalk 5.4 km
1h 5m
Line 203 bus
1. Take the bus from Gion to Imadegawa Omiyabus 203
35 min
¥230

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Distance: 3 km
Duration: 6 min

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

Kyoto City Subway operates a subway from Shijo to Imadegawa every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥220–250 and the journey takes 6 min. Alternatively, Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Gion to Imadegawa Omiya every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 35 min.

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