What is the cheapest way to get from Osaka to Gion?

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Gion is to train which costs ¥410 - ¥550 and takes 52 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Osaka to Gion?

The fastest way to get from Osaka to Gion is to drive which takes 48 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1300.

Is there a direct train between Osaka and Gion?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Yodoyabashi and arriving at Gion-Shijo. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Osaka to Gion?

The distance between Osaka and Gion is 42 km. The road distance is 48.7 km.

How do I travel from Osaka to Gion without a car?

The best way to get from Osaka to Gion without a car is to train and line 17 bus which takes 32 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Osaka to Gion?

It takes approximately 32 min to get from Osaka to Gion, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Gion train from?

Osaka to Gion train services, operated by Keihan Electric Railway, depart from Yodoyabashi station.

Where does the Osaka to Gion train arrive?

Osaka to Gion train services, operated by Keihan Electric Railway, arrive at Gion-Shijo station.

Can I drive from Osaka to Gion?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka to Gion is 49 km. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Osaka to Gion.

Where can I stay near Gion?

There are 3731+ hotels available in Gion.

Osaka to Gion - 4 ways to travel via train, line 17 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Osaka to Gion by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 17 bus
best
1. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Kyototrain Kodama / ...
2. Take the bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Shijo Kawaramachibus 17
32 min
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Yodoyabashi to Gion-Shijotrain Keihan Main Line Limited Express / ...
52 min
¥410–550
Drive 48.7 km
1. Drive from Osaka to Gioncar 48.7 km
48 min
¥837–1,209
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Giontaxi 48.7 km
48 min
¥18,000–22,000

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Distance: 41.9 km
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Osaka, Japan and Gion, Kyoto, Japan?

Keihan Electric Railway operates a train from Yodoyabashi to Gion-Shijo every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥410–550 and the journey takes 52 min. Hankyu Railway also services this route every 10 minutes.

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