What is the cheapest way to get from Gion to Shimogamo Shrine?

The cheapest way to get from Gion to Shimogamo Shrine is to line 205 bus which costs ¥230 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Gion to Shimogamo Shrine?

The fastest way to get from Gion to Shimogamo Shrine is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs ¥2000 - ¥2500.

Is there a direct bus between Gion and Shimogamo Shrine?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shijo Kawaramachi and arriving at Shimogyoku Sogo Chosha Mae. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

Is there a direct train between Gion and Shimogamo Shrine?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gion-Shijo and arriving at Demachiyanagi. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4 min.

How far is it from Gion to Shimogamo Shrine?

The distance between Gion and Shimogamo Shrine is 10 km.

How do I travel from Gion to Shimogamo Shrine without a car?

The best way to get from Gion to Shimogamo Shrine without a car is to line 205 bus which takes 11 min and costs ¥230.

How long does it take to get from Gion to Shimogamo Shrine?

The line 205 bus from Shijo Kawaramachi to Shimogyoku Sogo Chosha Mae takes 9 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Gion to Shimogamo Shrine bus from?

Gion to Shimogamo Shrine bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Shijo Kawaramachi station.

Where do I catch the Gion to Shimogamo Shrine train from?

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

Train or bus from Gion to Shimogamo Shrine?

The best way to get from Gion to Shimogamo Shrine is to line 205 bus which takes 11 min and costs ¥230. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥250 - ¥310 and takes 17 min.

Where does the Gion to Shimogamo Shrine bus arrive?

Gion to Shimogamo Shrine bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Shimogyoku Sogo Chosha Mae station.

Where does the Gion to Shimogamo Shrine train arrive?

Gion to Shimogamo Shrine train services, operated by Keihan Electric Railway, arrive at Demachiyanagi station.

Where can I stay near Shimogamo Shrine?

There are 3747+ hotels available in Shimogamo Shrine.

Gion to Shimogamo Shrine - 4 ways to travel via train, line 205 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Gion to Shimogamo Shrine by bus, train, taxi, or foot

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Line 205 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Shijo Kawaramachi to Shimogyoku Sogo Chosha Maebus 205
11 min
¥230
Train
1. Take the train from Gion-Shijo to Demachiyanagitrain Keihan Main Line Limited Express / ...
17 min
¥250–310
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gion to Shimogamo Shrinetaxi 4.5 km
6 min
¥2,000–2,500
Walk
1. Take the foot from Gion to Shimogamo Shrinewalk 4.3 km
51 min

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Distance: 9.8 km
Duration: 11 min

What companies run services between Gion, Kyoto, Japan and Shimogamo Shrine, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Shijo Kawaramachi to Shimogyoku Sogo Chosha Mae every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 9 min. Alternatively, Keihan Electric Railway operates a train from Gion-Shijo to Demachiyanagi every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥250–310 and the journey takes 4 min.

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