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

The cheapest way to get from Karasuma to Uji is to drive which costs ¥270 - ¥400 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Karasuma to Uji is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs ¥6000 - ¥7500.

Is there a direct train between Karasuma and Uji?

No, there is no direct train from Karasuma to Uji. However, there are services departing from Shijo and arriving at Uji via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Karasuma to Uji?

The distance between Karasuma and Uji is 17 km. The road distance is 15.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Karasuma to Uji without a car is to train which takes 32 min and costs ¥480 - ¥650.

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

It takes approximately 32 min to get from Karasuma to Uji, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karasuma to Uji train from?

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

Where does the Karasuma to Uji train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Karasuma to Uji?

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

Where can I stay near Uji?

There are 3958+ hotels available in Uji.

Karasuma to Uji - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Karasuma to Uji by train, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Ujitrain D: Nara Line Local / ...
32 min
¥482–621
Drive 15.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Karasuma to Ujicar 15.9 km
19 min
¥277–399
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Karasuma to Ujitaxi 15.9 km
19 min
¥6,000–7,500

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Distance: 17.2 km
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Karasuma, Japan and Uji, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kyōto to Uji every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥270–380 and the journey takes 21 min.

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