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

The cheapest way to get from Higashiyama-ku to Shimogyō-ku is to line 203 bus which costs ¥230 and takes 14 min.

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

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

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gion and arriving at Shijo Nakashinmichi. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Higashiyama-ku to Shimogyō-ku?

The distance between Higashiyama-ku and Shimogyō-ku is 4 km.

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

The best way to get from Higashiyama-ku to Shimogyō-ku without a car is to line 203 bus which takes 14 min and costs ¥230.

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

The line 203 bus from Gion to Shijo Nakashinmichi takes 14 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

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

Where does the Higashiyama-ku to Shimogyō-ku bus arrive?

Higashiyama-ku to Shimogyō-ku bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Shijo Nakashinmichi station.

Where can I stay near Shimogyō-ku?

There are 3749+ hotels available in Shimogyō-ku.

Higashiyama-ku to Shimogyō-ku - 3 ways to travel via line 203 bus, and taxi

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Distance: 3.5 km
Duration: 14 min

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

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Gion to Shijo Nakashinmichi every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 14 min.

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