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

The cheapest way to get from Nijō Castle to Dōtonbori is to train which costs ¥440 - ¥550 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nijō Castle to Dōtonbori is to drive which takes 51 min and costs ¥850 - ¥1300.

Is there a direct bus between Nijō Castle and Dōtonbori?

No, there is no direct bus from Nijō Castle station to Dōtonbori station. However, there are services departing from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate and arriving at Nanba Station, Osaka via Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Nijō Castle and Dōtonbori?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Oomiya and arriving at Nihonbashi. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Nijō Castle to Dōtonbori?

The distance between Nijō Castle and Dōtonbori is 55 km. The road distance is 51.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Nijō Castle to Dōtonbori without a car is to train via Kitahama which takes 1h 23m and costs ¥850 - ¥1100.

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

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from Nijō Castle to Dōtonbori, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nijō Castle to Dōtonbori bus from?

Nijō Castle to Dōtonbori bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate.

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

Nijō Castle to Dōtonbori train services, operated by Keihan Electric Railway, depart from Sanjo station.

Train or bus from Nijō Castle to Dōtonbori?

The best way to get from Nijō Castle to Dōtonbori is to train via Kitahama which takes 1h 23m and costs ¥850 - ¥1100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1900 - ¥2500 and takes 2h 21m.

Where does the Nijō Castle to Dōtonbori bus arrive?

Nijō Castle to Dōtonbori bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal station.

Where does the Nijō Castle to Dōtonbori train arrive?

Nijō Castle to Dōtonbori train services, operated by Keihan Electric Railway, arrive at Kitahama station.

Can I drive from Nijō Castle to Dōtonbori?

Yes, the driving distance between Nijō Castle to Dōtonbori is 51 km. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Nijō Castle to Dōtonbori.

Where can I stay near Dōtonbori?

There are 9389+ hotels available in Dōtonbori.

Nijō Castle to Dōtonbori - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Nijō Castle to Dōtonbori by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Kitahama
best
1. Take the train from Sanjo to Kitahamatrain Keihan Main Line Limited Express / ...
1h 23m
¥886–1,070
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Oomiya to Nihonbashitrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
1h 28m
¥440–550
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate to Osaka Itami Airport South Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Osaka Itami Airport to Nanba Station, Osakabus N
2h 21m
¥1,915–2,410
Drive 51.4 km
1. Drive from Nijō Castle to Dōtonboricar 51.4 km
51 min
¥886–1,280
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nijō Castle to Dōtonboritaxi 51.4 km
51 min
¥23,000–28,000
Train via JR-Awaji
1. Take the train from Oomiya to JR-Awajitrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
2. Take the train from JR-Awaji to Nihonbashitrain Hankyu Senri Line / ...
1h 37m
¥570–718

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Distance: 55 km
Duration: 1h 23m

What companies run services between Nijō Castle, Japan and Dōtonbori, Japan?

Keihan Electric Railway operates a train from Sanjo to Kitahama every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥470–600 and the journey takes 51 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Nijō Castle to Nanba Station, Osaka via Nijō, Kyōto, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, and Osaka Itami Airport in around 2h 21m.

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