What is the cheapest way to get from Kyoto Tower to Kyoto?

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto Tower to Kyoto is to train which costs ¥110 - ¥160 and takes 8 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kyoto Tower to Kyoto?

The fastest way to get from Kyoto Tower to Kyoto is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs ¥2000 - ¥2500.

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto Tower and Kyoto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kyoto Station station and arriving at Shimogyoku Sogo Chosha Mae. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto Tower and Kyoto?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kyōto and arriving at Nijo(Kyoto). Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5 min.

How far is it from Kyoto Tower to Kyoto?

The distance between Kyoto Tower and Kyoto is 7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto Tower to Kyoto without a car is to line 205 bus which takes 8 min and costs ¥230.

How long does it take to get from Kyoto Tower to Kyoto?

The line 205 bus from Kyoto Station to Shimogyoku Sogo Chosha Mae takes 7 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Kyoto Tower to Kyoto bus from?

Kyoto Tower to Kyoto bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Kyoto Station.

Where do I catch the Kyoto Tower to Kyoto train from?

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

Train or bus from Kyoto Tower to Kyoto?

The best way to get from Kyoto Tower to Kyoto is to line 205 bus which takes 8 min and costs ¥230. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥110 - ¥160 and takes 8 min.

Where does the Kyoto Tower to Kyoto bus arrive?

Kyoto Tower to Kyoto bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Shimogyoku Sogo Chosha Mae station.

Where does the Kyoto Tower to Kyoto train arrive?

Kyoto Tower to Kyoto train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Nijo(Kyoto) station.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3741+ hotels available in Kyoto.

Kyoto Tower to Kyoto - 6 ways to travel via train, line 205 bus, taxi, and foot

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There are 6 ways to get from Kyoto Tower to Kyoto by bus, train, taxi, foot, or subway

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Line 205 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kyoto Station to Shimogyoku Sogo Chosha Maebus 205
8 min
¥230
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Nijo(Kyoto)train JR Sagano Line Rapid Service / ...
8 min
¥110–160
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto Tower to Kyototaxi 4.4 km
6 min
¥2,000–2,500
Walk
1. Take the foot from Kyoto Tower to Kyotowalk 4.2 km
50 min
Subway
1. Take the subway from Kyoto to Marutamachisubway K: Karasuma
10 min
¥220–260
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate to Nijō Stationbus
26 min

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Distance: 6.9 km
Duration: 8 min

What companies run services between Kyoto Tower, Japan and Kyoto, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Kyoto Station to Shimogyoku Sogo Chosha Mae every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 7 min. Alternatively, JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kyōto to Nijo(Kyoto) every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥110–160 and the journey takes 5 min.

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