What is the cheapest way to get from Gion to Shimogyō-ku?

The cheapest way to get from Gion to Shimogyō-ku is to train which costs ¥160 - ¥210 and takes 4 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Gion to Shimogyō-ku?

The fastest way to get from Gion to Shimogyō-ku is to train which takes 4 min and costs ¥160 - ¥210.

Is there a direct bus between Gion and Shimogyō-ku?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gion and arriving at Shijo Nakashinmichi. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

Is there a direct train between Gion and Shimogyō-ku?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kyouto Kawaramachi and arriving at Hankyuusaiin Eki. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4 min.

How far is it from Gion to Shimogyō-ku?

The distance between Gion and Shimogyō-ku is 3 km.

How do I travel from Gion to Shimogyō-ku without a car?

The best way to get from Gion to Shimogyō-ku without a car is to train which takes 4 min and costs ¥160 - ¥210.

How long does it take to get from Gion to Shimogyō-ku?

The train from Kyouto Kawaramachi to Hankyuusaiin Eki takes 4 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Gion to Shimogyō-ku bus from?

Gion to Shimogyō-ku bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Gion station.

Where do I catch the Gion to Shimogyō-ku train from?

Gion to Shimogyō-ku train services, operated by Hankyu Railway, depart from Kyouto Kawaramachi station.

Train or bus from Gion to Shimogyō-ku?

The best way to get from Gion to Shimogyō-ku is to train which takes 4 min and costs ¥160 - ¥210. Alternatively, you can line 203 bus, which costs ¥230 and takes 14 min.

Where does the Gion to Shimogyō-ku bus arrive?

Gion to Shimogyō-ku bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Shijo Nakashinmichi station.

Where does the Gion to Shimogyō-ku train arrive?

Gion to Shimogyō-ku train services, operated by Hankyu Railway, arrive at Hankyuusaiin Eki station.

Where can I stay near Shimogyō-ku?

There are 3742+ hotels available in Shimogyō-ku.

Gion to Shimogyō-ku - 5 ways to travel via train, line 203 bus, taxi, and foot

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyouto Kawaramachi to Hankyuusaiin Ekitrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
4 min
¥160–210
Line 203 bus
1. Take the bus from Gion to Shijo Nakashinmichibus 203
14 min
¥230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gion to Shimogyō-kutaxi 4.8 km
6 min
¥2,100–2,600
Walk
1. Take the foot from Gion to Shimogyō-kuwalk 4.7 km
56 min
Subway
1. Take the subway from Higashiyama(Kyoto) to Nishiojioikesubway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
11 min
¥230–270

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Distance: 3.4 km
Duration: 4 min

What companies run services between Gion, Kyoto, Japan and Shimogyō-ku, Japan?

Hankyu Railway operates a train from Kyouto Kawaramachi to Hankyuusaiin Eki every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥160–210 and the journey takes 4 min. Alternatively, Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Gion to Shijo Nakashinmichi every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 14 min.

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