What is the cheapest way to get from Nijō Castle to Gion?

The cheapest way to get from Nijō Castle to Gion is to subway which costs ¥210 - ¥250 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Nijō Castle to Gion?

The fastest way to get from Nijō Castle to Gion is to taxi which takes 5 min and costs ¥1800 - ¥2200.

Is there a direct train between Nijō Castle and Gion?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nijojomae and arriving at Sanjokeihan. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5 min.

How far is it from Nijō Castle to Gion?

The distance between Nijō Castle and Gion is 3 km.

How do I travel from Nijō Castle to Gion without a car?

The best way to get from Nijō Castle to Gion without a car is to subway which takes 14 min and costs ¥210 - ¥250.

How long does it take to get from Nijō Castle to Gion?

The subway from Nijojomae to Sanjokeihan takes 5 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Nijō Castle to Gion train from?

Nijō Castle to Gion train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, depart from Nijojomae station.

Where does the Nijō Castle to Gion train arrive?

Nijō Castle to Gion train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, arrive at Sanjokeihan station.

Where can I stay near Gion?

There are 3747+ hotels available in Gion.

Nijō Castle to Gion - 3 ways to travel via subway, taxi, and foot

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There are 3 ways to get from Nijō Castle to Gion by subway, taxi, or foot

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Subway
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1. Take the subway from Nijojomae to Sanjokeihansubway [142350] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
14 min
¥210–250
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nijō Castle to Giontaxi 3.9 km
5 min
¥1,800–2,200
Walk
1. Take the foot from Nijō Castle to Gionwalk 3.7 km
44 min

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Distance: 3 km
Duration: 14 min

What companies run services between Nijō Castle, Japan and Gion, Kyoto, Japan?

Kyoto City Subway operates a subway from Nijojomae to Sanjokeihan every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥210–250 and the journey takes 5 min.

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