What is the cheapest way to get from Higashiyama-ku to Arashiyama?

The cheapest way to get from Higashiyama-ku to Arashiyama is to line 203 bus which costs ¥230 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Higashiyama-ku to Arashiyama?

The fastest way to get from Higashiyama-ku to Arashiyama is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs ¥4400 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct bus between Higashiyama-ku and Arashiyama?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gion and arriving at Nishioji Oike. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

Is there a direct train between Higashiyama-ku and Arashiyama?

No, there is no direct train from Higashiyama-ku to Arashiyama. However, there are services departing from Higashiyama(Kyoto) and arriving at Saga-Arashiyama via Nijō. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Higashiyama-ku to Arashiyama?

The distance between Higashiyama-ku and Arashiyama is 6 km. The road distance is 11.3 km.

How do I travel from Higashiyama-ku to Arashiyama without a car?

The best way to get from Higashiyama-ku to Arashiyama without a car is to line 203 bus which takes 21 min and costs ¥230.

How long does it take to get from Higashiyama-ku to Arashiyama?

The line 203 bus from Gion to Nishioji Oike takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Higashiyama-ku to Arashiyama bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Higashiyama-ku to Arashiyama train from?

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

Train or bus from Higashiyama-ku to Arashiyama?

The best way to get from Higashiyama-ku to Arashiyama is to line 203 bus which takes 21 min and costs ¥230. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥390 - ¥430 and takes 31 min.

Where does the Higashiyama-ku to Arashiyama bus arrive?

Higashiyama-ku to Arashiyama bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Nishioji Oike station.

Where does the Higashiyama-ku to Arashiyama train arrive?

Higashiyama-ku to Arashiyama train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, arrive at Nijo(Kyoto) station.

Can I drive from Higashiyama-ku to Arashiyama?

Yes, the driving distance between Higashiyama-ku to Arashiyama is 11 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Higashiyama-ku to Arashiyama.

Where can I stay near Arashiyama?

There are 3766+ hotels available in Arashiyama.

Higashiyama-ku to Arashiyama - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 203 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Higashiyama-ku to Arashiyama by bus, subway, train, taxi, or car

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Line 203 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Gion to Nishioji Oikebus 203
21 min
¥230
Drive 11.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Higashiyama-ku to Arashiyamacar 11.3 km
14 min
¥197–285
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 / ...
26 min
¥355–456
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Higashiyama-ku to Arashiyamataxi 11.3 km
14 min
¥4,400–5,500
Train
1. Take the train from Sai to Arashiyama(Tramway)train [165821] Randen Arashiyama / ...
31 min
¥390–429
Line 203 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gion to Shijo Omiyabus 203
2. Take the train from Shijoomiya to Arashiyama(Tramway)train [165821] Randen Arashiyama
41 min
¥480

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Distance: 5.6 km
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan and Arashiyama, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Gion to Nishioji Oike every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, Keifuku Electric Railroad operates a train from Sai to Arashiyama(Tramway) every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥223 and the journey takes 22 min.

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