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

The cheapest way to get from Gion to Sagano is to drive which costs ¥170 - ¥250 and takes 13 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gion to Sagano is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs ¥4000 - ¥4800.

Is there a direct train between Gion and Sagano?

No, there is no direct train from Gion to Sagano. However, there are services departing from Sanjokeihan and arriving at Saga-Arashiyama via Nijō. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Gion to Sagano?

The distance between Gion and Sagano is 9 km. The road distance is 10.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Gion to Sagano without a car is to subway and train which takes 24 min and costs ¥350 - ¥460.

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

It takes approximately 24 min to get from Gion to Sagano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gion to Sagano train from?

Gion to Sagano train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, depart from Sanjokeihan station.

Where does the Gion to Sagano train arrive?

Gion to Sagano train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, arrive at Nijo(Kyoto) station.

Can I drive from Gion to Sagano?

Yes, the driving distance between Gion to Sagano is 10 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Gion to Sagano.

Where can I stay near Sagano?

There are 3751+ hotels available in Sagano.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Gion to Sagano by subway, train, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Sanjokeihan to Nijo(Kyoto)subway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
2. Take the train from Nijō to Saga-Arashiyamatrain Sagano Line Local / ...
24 min
¥351–451
Drive 10.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gion to Saganocar 10.1 km
13 min
¥173–250
Line 203 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gion to Nishinokyo Enmachibus 203
2. Take the train from Emmachi to Saga-Arashiyamatrain Sagano Line Local / ...
41 min
¥340–400
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gion to Saganotaxi 10.1 km
13 min
¥4,000–4,800
Train
1. Take the train from Sai to Randen-Sagatrain [165821] Randen Arashiyama / ...
29 min
¥377–415

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Distance: 9.3 km
Duration: 24 min

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

Keifuku Electric Railroad operates a train from Sai to Randen-Saga every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥210 and the journey takes 20 min.

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