What is the cheapest way to get from Kyoto Tower to Higashiyama(Kyoto)?

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto Tower to Higashiyama(Kyoto) is to bus which costs ¥430 - ¥470 and takes 1h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kyoto Tower to Higashiyama(Kyoto)?

The fastest way to get from Kyoto Tower to Higashiyama(Kyoto) is to taxi which takes 5 min and costs ¥1800 - ¥2200.

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto Tower and Higashiyama(Kyoto)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi station and arriving at Kawaramachi Sanjo. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto Tower and Higashiyama(Kyoto)?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto Tower to Higashiyama(Kyoto). However, there are services departing from Kyoto and arriving at Higashiyama(Kyoto) via Karasumaoike. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Kyoto Tower to Higashiyama(Kyoto)?

The distance between Kyoto Tower and Higashiyama(Kyoto) is 5 km.

How do I travel from Kyoto Tower to Higashiyama(Kyoto) without a car?

The best way to get from Kyoto Tower to Higashiyama(Kyoto) without a car is to subway which takes 17 min and costs ¥430 - ¥490.

How long does it take to get from Kyoto Tower to Higashiyama(Kyoto)?

It takes approximately 17 min to get from Kyoto Tower to Higashiyama(Kyoto), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto Tower to Higashiyama(Kyoto) bus from?

Kyoto Tower to Higashiyama(Kyoto) bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi.

Where do I catch the Kyoto Tower to Higashiyama(Kyoto) train from?

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

Where does the Kyoto Tower to Higashiyama(Kyoto) bus arrive?

Kyoto Tower to Higashiyama(Kyoto) bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Kawaramachi Sanjo station.

Where does the Kyoto Tower to Higashiyama(Kyoto) train arrive?

Kyoto Tower to Higashiyama(Kyoto) train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, arrive at Karasuma Oike station.

Where can I stay near Higashiyama(Kyoto)?

There are 3747+ hotels available in Higashiyama(Kyoto).

Kyoto Tower to Higashiyama(Kyoto) - 5 ways to travel via subway

How to get fromKyoto Tower to Higashiyama(Kyoto)

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There are 5 ways to get from Kyoto Tower to Higashiyama(Kyoto) by subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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Subway
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1. Take the subway from Kyoto to Karasuma Oikesubway K: Karasuma
2. Take the subway from Karasumaoike to Higashiyama(Kyoto)subway [142350] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
17 min
¥430–490
Line 17 bus
1. Take the bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Kawaramachi Sanjobus 17
29 min
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kyoto Station to Kawaramachi Sanjobus 205
1h 36m
¥430–470
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto Tower to Higashiyama(Kyoto)taxi 3.9 km
5 min
¥1,800–2,200
Walk
1. Take the walk from Kyoto Tower to Higashiyama(Kyoto)walk 3.8 km
45 min

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Distance: 5.2 km
Duration: 17 min

What companies run services between Kyoto Tower, Japan and Higashiyama(Kyoto), Japan?

You can take a vehicle from Kyoto Tower to Higashiyama(Kyoto) via Kyoto and Karasumaoike in around 17 min. Alternatively, Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Kawaramachi Sanjo every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 12 min.

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