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

The cheapest way to get from Higashiyama-ku to Kyoto is to line 203 bus which costs ¥230 and takes 25 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Higashiyama-ku to Kyoto is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs ¥2200 - ¥2700.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gion and arriving at Nishinokyo Enmachi. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Higashiyama-ku to Kyoto?

The distance between Higashiyama-ku and Kyoto is 3 km.

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

The best way to get from Higashiyama-ku to Kyoto without a car is to line 203 bus and subway which takes 15 min and costs ¥430 - ¥470.

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

It takes approximately 15 min to get from Higashiyama-ku to Kyoto, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Higashiyama-ku to Kyoto bus arrive?

Higashiyama-ku to Kyoto bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Nishinokyo Enmachi station.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3747+ hotels available in Kyoto.

Higashiyama-ku to Kyoto - 4 ways to travel via line 203 bus, subway, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Higashiyama-ku to Kyoto by bus, subway, taxi, or foot

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Line 203 bus, subway
best
1. Take the bus from Gion to Shijo Karasumabus 203
2. Take the subway from Shijo to Marutamachisubway K: Karasuma
15 min
¥430–470
Line 203 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gion to Nishinokyo Enmachibus 203
25 min
¥230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Higashiyama-ku to Kyototaxi 5 km
7 min
¥2,200–2,700
Walk
1. Take the foot from Higashiyama-ku to Kyotowalk 4.7 km
56 min

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Distance: 3.4 km
Duration: 15 min

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

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Gion to Nishinokyo Enmachi every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 25 min.

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