What is the cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Saiin-eki?

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Saiin-eki is to line 203 bus which costs ¥230 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kyoto to Saiin-eki?

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Saiin-eki is to taxi which takes 5 min and costs ¥1800 - ¥2200.

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto and Saiin-eki?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Senbon Imadegawa and arriving at Nishioji Shijo. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Saiin-eki?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto to Saiin-eki. However, there are services departing from Marutamachi and arriving at Hankyuusaiin Eki via Karasuma. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Kyoto to Saiin-eki?

The distance between Kyoto and Saiin-eki is 5 km.

How do I travel from Kyoto to Saiin-eki without a car?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Saiin-eki without a car is to subway and train which takes 13 min and costs ¥360 - ¥440.

How long does it take to get from Kyoto to Saiin-eki?

It takes approximately 13 min to get from Kyoto to Saiin-eki, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Saiin-eki bus from?

Kyoto to Saiin-eki bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Senbon Imadegawa station.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Saiin-eki train from?

Kyoto to Saiin-eki train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, depart from Marutamachi station.

Where does the Kyoto to Saiin-eki bus arrive?

Kyoto to Saiin-eki bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Nishioji Shijo station.

Where does the Kyoto to Saiin-eki train arrive?

Kyoto to Saiin-eki train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, arrive at Shijo station.

Where can I stay near Saiin-eki?

There are 3747+ hotels available in Saiin-eki.

Kyoto to Saiin-eki - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, line 203 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Kyoto to Saiin-eki by subway, train, bus, taxi, or foot

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Marutamachi to Shijosubway K: Karasuma
2. Take the train from Karasuma to Hankyuusaiin Ekitrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
13 min
¥368–437
Line 203 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Senbon Imadegawa to Nishioji Shijobus 203
15 min
¥230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Saiin-ekitaxi 3.8 km
5 min
¥1,800–2,200
Walk
1. Take the foot from Kyoto to Saiin-ekiwalk 3.6 km
42 min

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Distance: 4.6 km
Duration: 13 min

What companies run services between Kyoto, Japan and Saiin-eki, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Senbon Imadegawa to Nishioji Shijo every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 15 min.

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