What is the cheapest way to get from Nara Kōen to Gion?

The cheapest way to get from Nara Kōen to Gion is to drive which costs ¥650 - ¥1000 and takes 43 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Nara Kōen to Gion?

The fastest way to get from Nara Kōen to Gion is to drive which takes 43 min and costs ¥650 - ¥1000.

Is there a direct train between Nara Kōen and Gion?

No, there is no direct train from Nara Kōen to Gion. However, there are services departing from Kintetsu-Nara and arriving at Gion-Shijo via Tambabashi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Nara Kōen to Gion?

The distance between Nara Kōen and Gion is 42 km. The road distance is 39.6 km.

How do I travel from Nara Kōen to Gion without a car?

The best way to get from Nara Kōen to Gion without a car is to train via Kintetsu-Tambabashi which takes 1h 21m and costs ¥1500 - ¥2100.

How long does it take to get from Nara Kōen to Gion?

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Nara Kōen to Gion, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nara Kōen to Gion train from?

Nara Kōen to Gion train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, depart from Kintetsu-Nara station.

Where does the Nara Kōen to Gion train arrive?

Nara Kōen to Gion train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, arrive at Kintetsu-Tambabashi station.

Can I drive from Nara Kōen to Gion?

Yes, the driving distance between Nara Kōen to Gion is 40 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Nara Kōen to Gion.

Where can I stay near Gion?

There are 3742+ hotels available in Gion.

Nara Kōen to Gion - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Nara Kōen to Gion by train, car, or taxi

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Train via Kintetsu-Tambabashi
best
1. Take the train from Kintetsu-Nara to Kintetsu-Tambabashitrain Limited Express / ...
2. Take the train from Tambabashi to Gion-Shijotrain Keihan Main Line Limited Express / ...
1h 21m
¥1,590–2,060
Drive 39.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Okumura Commemorative Museum to Gioncar 39.6 km
43 min
¥688–994
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Okumura Commemorative Museum to Giontaxi 39.6 km
43 min
¥15,000–18,000
Train
1. Take the train from Nara to Tōfukujitrain D: Nara Line Local / ...
1h 27m
¥1,070–1,430

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Distance: 42 km
Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between Nara Kōen, Japan and Gion, Kyoto, Japan?

You can take a vehicle from Kencho-higashi to Gion-Shijo via Kencho-higashi, Kintetsu Nara, Kintetsu-Nara, Kintetsu-Tambabashi, and Tambabashi in around 1h 21m.

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