What is the cheapest way to get from Gion to Osaka Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Gion to Osaka Castle is to train which costs ¥460 - ¥600 and takes 1h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gion to Osaka Castle?

The fastest way to get from Gion to Osaka Castle is to drive which takes 46 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1200.

Is there a direct bus between Gion and Osaka Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Gion to Osaka Castle. However, there are services departing from Shijo Kawaramachi and arriving at Herbis Osaka via Kyoto Station Hachijou gate and Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Gion and Osaka Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gion-Shijo and arriving at Temmabashi. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Gion to Osaka Castle?

The distance between Gion and Osaka Castle is 49 km. The road distance is 48.3 km.

How do I travel from Gion to Osaka Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Gion to Osaka Castle without a car is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs ¥460 - ¥600.

How long does it take to get from Gion to Osaka Castle?

The train from Gion-Shijo to Temmabashi takes 50 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Gion to Osaka Castle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Gion to Osaka Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Gion to Osaka Castle?

The best way to get from Gion to Osaka Castle is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs ¥460 - ¥600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2100 - ¥2800 and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the Gion to Osaka Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gion to Osaka Castle train arrive?

Gion to Osaka Castle train services, operated by Keihan Electric Railway, arrive at Temmabashi station.

Can I drive from Gion to Osaka Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Gion to Osaka Castle is 48 km. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Gion to Osaka Castle.

Where can I stay near Osaka Castle?

There are 9498+ hotels available in Osaka Castle.

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There are 4 ways to get from Gion to Osaka Castle by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Gion-Shijo to Temmabashitrain Keihan Main Line Limited Express / ...
1h 11m
¥460–600
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 Herbis Osakabus
2h 37m
¥2,115–2,710
Drive 48.3 km
1. Drive from Gion to Osaka Castlecar 48.3 km
46 min
¥830–1,198
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gion to Osaka Castletaxi 48.3 km
46 min
¥21,000–26,000

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Distance: 49.3 km
Duration: 1h 11m

What companies run services between Gion, Kyoto, Japan and Osaka Castle, Japan?

Keihan Electric Railway operates a train from Gion-Shijo to Temmabashi every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥460–600 and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shijo Kawaramachi to Osaka Castle via Kyoto Station, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, Osaka Itami Airport, Herbis Osaka, Kitashinchi, and Osakajokitazume in around 2h 37m.

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