What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Biwa to Arashiyama?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Biwa to Arashiyama is to train which costs ¥420 - ¥600 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Biwa to Arashiyama?

The fastest way to get from Lake Biwa to Arashiyama is to train which takes 34 min and costs ¥420 - ¥600.

Is there a direct train between Lake Biwa and Arashiyama?

No, there is no direct train from Lake Biwa to Arashiyama. However, there are services departing from Zeze and arriving at Saga-Arashiyama via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Lake Biwa to Arashiyama?

The distance between Lake Biwa and Arashiyama is 23 km. The road distance is 62.7 km.

How do I travel from Lake Biwa to Arashiyama without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Biwa to Arashiyama without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs ¥420 - ¥600.

How long does it take to get from Lake Biwa to Arashiyama?

It takes approximately 34 min to get from Lake Biwa to Arashiyama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Biwa to Arashiyama train from?

Lake Biwa to Arashiyama train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Zeze station.

Where does the Lake Biwa to Arashiyama train arrive?

Lake Biwa to Arashiyama train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Lake Biwa to Arashiyama?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Biwa to Arashiyama is 63 km. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Lake Biwa to Arashiyama.

Where can I stay near Arashiyama?

There are 3768+ hotels available in Arashiyama.

Lake Biwa to Arashiyama - 4 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and subway

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There are 4 ways to get from Lake Biwa to Arashiyama by train, car, taxi, or subway

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Train
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1. Take the train from Zeze to Kyōtotrain [21833] Jr Biwako / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Saga-Arashiyamatrain Sagano Line Local / ...
34 min
¥423–599
Drive 62.7 km
1. Drive from Shiga to Arashiyamacar 62.7 km
1h 6m
¥1,088–1,572
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shiga to Arashiyamataxi 62.7 km
1h 6m
¥26,000–31,000
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Kamisakaemachi to Misasagitrain
2. Take the subway from Misasagi to Uzumasatenjingawasubway
3. Take the train from Randen-Tenjingawa to Arashiyama(Tramway)train
55 min

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Distance: 22.6 km
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Lake Biwa, Shiga, Japan and Arashiyama, Japan?

You can take a train from Zeze to Saga-Arashiyama via Kyōto in around 34 min.

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