What is the cheapest way to get from Heian Shrine to Arashiyama?

The cheapest way to get from Heian Shrine to Arashiyama is to drive which costs ¥180 - ¥270 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Heian Shrine to Arashiyama?

The fastest way to get from Heian Shrine to Arashiyama is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs ¥4100 - ¥4900.

Is there a direct bus between Heian Shrine and Arashiyama?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kumano Jinja Mae and arriving at Nishioji Oike. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

Is there a direct train between Heian Shrine and Arashiyama?

No, there is no direct train from Heian Shrine to Arashiyama. However, there are services departing from Higashiyama(Kyoto) and arriving at Saga-Arashiyama via Nijō. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Heian Shrine to Arashiyama?

The distance between Heian Shrine and Arashiyama is 8 km. The road distance is 10.4 km.

How do I travel from Heian Shrine to Arashiyama without a car?

The best way to get from Heian Shrine to Arashiyama without a car is to line 203 bus which takes 37 min and costs ¥230.

How long does it take to get from Heian Shrine to Arashiyama?

The line 203 bus from Kumano Jinja Mae to Nishioji Oike takes 27 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Heian Shrine to Arashiyama bus from?

Heian Shrine to Arashiyama bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Kumano Jinja Mae station.

Where do I catch the Heian Shrine to Arashiyama train from?

Heian Shrine to Arashiyama train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, depart from Higashiyama(Kyoto) station.

Where does the Heian Shrine to Arashiyama bus arrive?

Heian Shrine to Arashiyama bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Nishioji Oike station.

Where does the Heian Shrine to Arashiyama train arrive?

Heian Shrine to Arashiyama train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, arrive at Nijo(Kyoto) station.

Can I drive from Heian Shrine to Arashiyama?

Yes, the driving distance between Heian Shrine to Arashiyama is 10 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Heian Shrine to Arashiyama.

Where can I stay near Arashiyama?

There are 3763+ hotels available in Arashiyama.

Heian Shrine to Arashiyama - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 203 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Heian Shrine to Arashiyama by bus, subway, train, taxi, or car

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Line 203 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kumano Jinja Mae to Nishioji Oikebus 203
37 min
¥230
Drive 10.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Heian Shrine to Arashiyamacar 10.4 km
14 min
¥181–262
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Higashiyama(Kyoto) to Nijo(Kyoto)subway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
2. Take the train from Nijō to Saga-Arashiyamatrain Sagano Line Local / ...
40 min
¥355–455
Line 203 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kumano Jinja Mae to Nishioji Sanjobus 203
2. Take the train from Nishiojisanjo to Arashiyama(Tramway)train [165821] Randen Arashiyama / ...
1h
¥431
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Heian Shrine to Arashiyamataxi 10.4 km
14 min
¥4,100–4,900

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Distance: 8 km
Duration: 37 min

What companies run services between Heian Shrine, Japan and Arashiyama, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Kumano Jinja Mae to Nishioji Oike every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 27 min.

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