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

The cheapest way to get from Gion to Uji is to drive which costs ¥260 - ¥390 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gion to Uji is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs ¥5500 - ¥7000.

Is there a direct train between Gion and Uji?

No, there is no direct train from Gion to Uji. 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 Uji?

The distance between Gion and Uji is 17 km. The road distance is 15.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Gion to Uji without a car is to train which takes 31 min and costs ¥430 - ¥600.

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

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

Where do I catch the Gion to Uji train from?

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

Where does the Gion to Uji train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gion to Uji?

Yes, the driving distance between Gion to Uji is 16 km. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Gion to Uji.

Where can I stay near Uji?

There are 3943+ hotels available in Uji.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Gion to Uji 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
¥439–600
Drive 15.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gion to Ujicar 15.5 km
19 min
¥267–386
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gion to Ujitaxi 15.5 km
19 min
¥5,500–7,000
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
¥430–580

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Distance: 16.5 km
Duration: 31 min

What companies run services between Gion, Kyoto, Japan and Uji, 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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