What is the cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Higashiyama-ku?

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Higashiyama-ku is to line 203 bus which costs ¥230 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kyoto to Higashiyama-ku?

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Higashiyama-ku is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs ¥2200 - ¥2700.

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto and Higashiyama-ku?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nishinokyo Enmachi and arriving at Gion. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Kyoto to Higashiyama-ku?

The distance between Kyoto and Higashiyama-ku is 3 km.

How do I travel from Kyoto to Higashiyama-ku without a car?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Higashiyama-ku without a car is to subway and line 203 bus which takes 17 min and costs ¥430 - ¥470.

How long does it take to get from Kyoto to Higashiyama-ku?

It takes approximately 17 min to get from Kyoto to Higashiyama-ku, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Higashiyama-ku bus from?

Kyoto to Higashiyama-ku bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Nishinokyo Enmachi station.

Where does the Kyoto to Higashiyama-ku bus arrive?

Kyoto to Higashiyama-ku bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Gion station.

Where can I stay near Higashiyama-ku?

There are 3747+ hotels available in Higashiyama-ku.

Kyoto to Higashiyama-ku - 4 ways to travel via subway, line 203 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Kyoto to Higashiyama-ku by subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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Subway, line 203 bus
best
1. Take the subway from Marutamachi to Shijosubway K: Karasuma
2. Take the bus from Shijo Karasuma to Gionbus 203
17 min
¥438–467
Line 203 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nishinokyo Enmachi to Gionbus 203
25 min
¥230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Higashiyama-kutaxi 4.9 km
7 min
¥2,200–2,700
Walk
1. Take the foot from Kyoto to Higashiyama-kuwalk 4.7 km
56 min

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Distance: 3.4 km
Duration: 17 min

What companies run services between Kyoto, Japan and Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Nishinokyo Enmachi to Gion every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 25 min.

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