What is the cheapest way to get from Kifune Shrine to Gion?

The cheapest way to get from Kifune Shrine to Gion is to drive which costs ¥250 - ¥370 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kifune Shrine to Gion?

The fastest way to get from Kifune Shrine to Gion is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs ¥7000 - ¥8500.

Is there a direct train between Kifune Shrine and Gion?

No, there is no direct train from Kifune Shrine to Gion. However, there are services departing from Kurama and arriving at Gion-Shijo via Demachiyanagi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Kifune Shrine to Gion?

The distance between Kifune Shrine and Gion is 18 km. The road distance is 14.6 km.

How do I travel from Kifune Shrine to Gion without a car?

The best way to get from Kifune Shrine to Gion without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Kifune Shrine to Gion?

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Kifune Shrine to Gion, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kifune Shrine to Gion train from?

Kifune Shrine to Gion train services, operated by Eizan Electric Railway, depart from Kurama station.

Where does the Kifune Shrine to Gion train arrive?

Kifune Shrine to Gion train services, operated by Eizan Electric Railway, arrive at Demachiyanagi station.

Can I drive from Kifune Shrine to Gion?

Yes, the driving distance between Kifune Shrine to Gion is 15 km. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Kifune Shrine to Gion.

Where can I stay near Gion?

There are 3763+ hotels available in Gion.

Kifune Shrine to Gion - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, car, and line 203 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Kifune Shrine to Gion by train, taxi, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kurama to Demachiyanagitrain [165703] Eizan Electric Railway Kurama
1h 20m
Drive 14.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kifune Shrine to Gioncar 14.6 km
20 min
¥252–364
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kifune Shrine to Giontaxi 14.6 km
20 min
¥7,000–8,500
Train, line 203 bus
1. Take the train from Kurama to Demachiyanagitrain [165703] Eizan Electric Railway Kurama
2. Take the bus from Demachiyanagi to Gionbus 203
2h 4m

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Distance: 18.3 km
Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between Kifune Shrine, Kyoto, Japan and Gion, Kyoto, Japan?

Eizan Electric Railway operates a train from Kurama to Demachiyanagi every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 31 min.

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