What is the cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Chion-in?

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Chion-in is to subway which costs ¥210 - ¥250 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kyoto to Chion-in?

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

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Chion-in?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nijojomae and arriving at Higashiyama(Kyoto). Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

How far is it from Kyoto to Chion-in?

The distance between Kyoto and Chion-in is 3 km.

How do I travel from Kyoto to Chion-in without a car?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Chion-in without a car is to subway which takes 15 min and costs ¥210 - ¥250.

How long does it take to get from Kyoto to Chion-in?

The subway from Nijojomae to Higashiyama(Kyoto) takes 7 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Chion-in train from?

Kyoto to Chion-in train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, depart from Nijojomae station.

Where does the Kyoto to Chion-in train arrive?

Kyoto to Chion-in train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, arrive at Higashiyama(Kyoto) station.

Where can I stay near Chion-in?

There are 3737+ hotels available in Chion-in.

Kyoto to Chion-in - 3 ways to travel via subway, taxi, and foot

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There are 3 ways to get from Kyoto to Chion-in by subway, taxi, or foot

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Subway
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1. Take the subway from Nijojomae to Higashiyama(Kyoto)subway [142350] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
15 min
¥210–250
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Chion-intaxi 4.4 km
6 min
¥2,000–2,500
Walk
1. Take the foot from Kyoto to Chion-inwalk 4.2 km
50 min

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Distance: 3.5 km
Duration: 15 min

What companies run services between Kyoto, Japan and Chion-in, Japan?

Kyoto City Subway operates a subway from Nijojomae to Higashiyama(Kyoto) every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥210–250 and the journey takes 7 min.

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