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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Shimamoto is to drive which costs ¥370 - ¥550 and takes 25 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Shimamoto is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs ¥10000 - ¥13000.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Shimamoto?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto to Shimamoto. However, there are services departing from Marutamachi and arriving at Shimamoto via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Kyoto to Shimamoto?

The distance between Kyoto and Shimamoto is 20 km. The road distance is 22.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Shimamoto without a car is to subway and train which takes 35 min and costs ¥500 - ¥700.

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

It takes approximately 35 min to get from Kyoto to Shimamoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Shimamoto train from?

Kyoto to Shimamoto train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, depart from Marutamachi station.

Where does the Kyoto to Shimamoto train arrive?

Kyoto to Shimamoto train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, arrive at Kyoto station.

Can I drive from Kyoto to Shimamoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Shimamoto is 22 km. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Kyoto to Shimamoto.

Where can I stay near Shimamoto?

There are 3829+ hotels available in Shimamoto.

Kyoto to Shimamoto - 3 ways to travel via train, subway, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kyoto to Shimamoto by subway, train, taxi, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Marutamachi to Kyotosubway K: Karasuma
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Shimamototrain JR Kyoto Line / ...
35 min
¥527–662
Drive 22.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kyoto to Shimamotocar 22.4 km
25 min
¥376–543
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Shimamototaxi 22.4 km
25 min
¥10,000–13,000

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Distance: 20.2 km
Duration: 35 min

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

There is no direct connection from Kyoto to Shimamoto. However, you can take the subway to Kyoto, walk to Kyōto, then take the train to Shimamoto. Alternatively, you can then take the taxi to Shimamoto.

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