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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Yoshiwara is to drive which costs ¥5500 - ¥8500 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Yoshiwara is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs ¥5500 - ¥8500.

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto and Yoshiwara?

No, there is no direct bus from Kyoto station to Yoshiwara. However, there are services departing from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi and arriving at Tomei Fuji via Tomei Gotemba. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Yoshiwara?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto to Yoshiwara. However, there are services departing from Kyoto and arriving at Shin Fuji via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Kyoto to Yoshiwara?

The distance between Kyoto and Yoshiwara is 347 km. The road distance is 324.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Yoshiwara without a car is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Kyoto to Yoshiwara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Yoshiwara bus from?

Kyoto to Yoshiwara bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, depart from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Yoshiwara train from?

Kyoto to Yoshiwara train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Kyoto station.

Train or bus from Kyoto to Yoshiwara?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Yoshiwara is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3100 - ¥12000 and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Kyoto to Yoshiwara bus arrive?

Kyoto to Yoshiwara bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, arrive at Tomei Gotemba station.

Where does the Kyoto to Yoshiwara train arrive?

Kyoto to Yoshiwara train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shin Fuji station.

Can I drive from Kyoto to Yoshiwara?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Yoshiwara is 324 km. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Kyoto to Yoshiwara.

Where can I stay near Yoshiwara?

There are 280+ hotels available in Yoshiwara.

Kyoto to Yoshiwara - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kyoto to Yoshiwara by train, bus, night bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyoto to Shin Fujitrain Kodama
4h 44m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Tomei Gotembabus
6h 51m
¥3,100–12,000
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Kyoto Station to Fuji Station South Gatenightbus Fujiyama Liner
9h 41m
¥5,420–29,737
Drive 324.3 km
1. Drive from Kyoto to Yoshiwaracar 324.3 km
3h 32m
¥5,631–8,134

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Distance: 346.8 km
Duration: 4h 44m

What companies run services between Kyoto, Japan and Yoshiwara, Shizuoka, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kyoto to Shin Fuji every 2 hours, and the journey takes 2h 27m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Tomei Gotemba once daily. Tickets cost ¥3,100–12,000 and the journey takes 5h 18m.

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