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

The cheapest way to get from Gion to Shirakawa is to drive which costs ¥290 - ¥440 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gion to Shirakawa is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs ¥6500 - ¥8000.

Is there a direct train between Gion and Shirakawa?

No, there is no direct train from Gion to Shirakawa. However, there are services departing from Gion-Shijo and arriving at Uji via Tōfukuji. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Gion to Shirakawa?

The distance between Gion and Shirakawa is 17 km. The road distance is 17.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Gion to Shirakawa without a car is to train which takes 31 min and costs ¥500 - ¥700.

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

It takes approximately 31 min to get from Gion to Shirakawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gion to Shirakawa train from?

Gion to Shirakawa train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Tōfukuji station.

Where does the Gion to Shirakawa train arrive?

Gion to Shirakawa train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Uji station.

Can I drive from Gion to Shirakawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Gion to Shirakawa is 17 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Gion to Shirakawa.

Where can I stay near Shirakawa?

There are 3963+ hotels available in Shirakawa.

Gion to Shirakawa - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Gion to Shirakawa by train, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tōfukuji to Ujitrain D: Nara Line Local / ...
31 min
¥502–657
Drive 17.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gion to Shirakawacar 17.3 km
21 min
¥299–432
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gion to Shirakawataxi 17.3 km
21 min
¥6,500–8,000
Train via Chushojima
1. Take the train from Gion-Shijo to Chushojimatrain Keihan Main Line Limited Express / ...
2. Take the train from Chushojima to Uji(Keihan)train [97827] Keihan Uji
31 min
¥552–683

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Distance: 16.5 km
Duration: 31 min

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tōfukuji to Uji every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥250–350 and the journey takes 20 min.

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