What is the cheapest way to get from Gion to Philosopher's Walk?

The cheapest way to get from Gion to Philosopher's Walk is to line 17 bus which costs ¥210 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Gion to Philosopher's Walk?

The fastest way to get from Gion to Philosopher's Walk is to taxi which takes 5 min and costs ¥1700 - ¥2100.

Is there a direct bus between Gion and Philosopher's Walk?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gion and arriving at Kinrin Shako-mae. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Gion to Philosopher's Walk?

The distance between Gion and Philosopher's Walk is 4 km.

How do I travel from Gion to Philosopher's Walk without a car?

The best way to get from Gion to Philosopher's Walk 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 Philosopher's Walk?

The line 203 bus from Gion to Kinrin Shako-mae takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Gion to Philosopher's Walk bus from?

Gion to Philosopher's Walk bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Gion station.

Where does the Gion to Philosopher's Walk bus arrive?

Gion to Philosopher's Walk bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Kinrin Shako-mae station.

Where can I stay near Philosopher's Walk?

There are 3731+ hotels available in Philosopher's Walk.

Gion to Philosopher's Walk - 4 ways to travel via line 203 bus, taxi, and foot

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There are 4 ways to get from Gion to Philosopher's Walk by bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 203 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Gion to Kinrin Shako-maebus 203
21 min
¥230
Line 17 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kawaramachi Sanjo to Jodojibus 17
23 min
¥210
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gion to Philosopher's Walktaxi 3.6 km
5 min
¥1,700–2,100
Walk
1. Take the foot from Gion to Philosopher's Walkwalk 3.7 km
44 min

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Distance: 3.8 km
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Gion, Kyoto, Japan and Philosopher's Walk, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Gion to Kinrin Shako-mae every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 13 min.

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