What is the cheapest way to get from Osaka to Bamboo Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Bamboo Forest is to train via Ōsaka which costs ¥600 - ¥750 and takes 2h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Osaka to Bamboo Forest?

The fastest way to get from Osaka to Bamboo Forest is to drive which takes 57 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1300.

Is there a direct train between Osaka and Bamboo Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Osaka station to Bamboo Forest. However, there are services departing from Shin-Ōsaka Station and arriving at Saga-Arashiyama via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Osaka to Bamboo Forest?

The distance between Osaka and Bamboo Forest is 53 km. The road distance is 48.9 km.

How do I travel from Osaka to Bamboo Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Osaka to Bamboo Forest without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs ¥800 - ¥1200.

How long does it take to get from Osaka to Bamboo Forest?

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Osaka to Bamboo Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Bamboo Forest train from?

Osaka to Bamboo Forest train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Where does the Osaka to Bamboo Forest train arrive?

Osaka to Bamboo Forest train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Osaka to Bamboo Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka to Bamboo Forest is 49 km. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Osaka to Bamboo Forest.

Where can I stay near Bamboo Forest?

There are 3772+ hotels available in Bamboo Forest.

Osaka to Bamboo Forest - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Osaka to Bamboo Forest by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Kyōtotrain Thunderbird / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Saga-Arashiyamatrain Sagano Line Local / ...
1h 30m
¥819–1,149
Train via Ōsaka
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ōsaka to Hankyuusaiin Ekitrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
2. Take the train from Sai to Arashiyama(Tramway)train [165821] Randen Arashiyama / ...
2h 10m
¥636–731
Drive 48.9 km
1. Drive from Osaka to Bamboo Forestcar 48.9 km
57 min
¥848–1,224
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Bamboo Foresttaxi 48.9 km
57 min
¥18,000–22,000

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Distance: 53.5 km
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Osaka, Japan and Bamboo Forest, Kyoto, Japan?

You can take a train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Bamboo Forest via Kyōto and Saga-Arashiyama in around 1h 30m.

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