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

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Pontochō is to train via Osaka-umeda which costs ¥410 - ¥550 and takes 1h 15m.

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

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

Is there a direct train between Osaka and Pontochō?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Yodoyabashi and arriving at Gion-Shijo. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Osaka to Pontochō?

The distance between Osaka and Pontochō is 42 km. The road distance is 48.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Osaka to Pontochō without a car is to train and line 17 bus which takes 36 min and costs .

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

It takes approximately 36 min to get from Osaka to Pontochō, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Pontochō train from?

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

Where does the Osaka to Pontochō train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Osaka to Pontochō?

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

Where can I stay near Pontochō?

There are 3743+ hotels available in Pontochō.

Osaka to Pontochō - 5 ways to travel via train, line 17 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Osaka to Pontochō 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
36 min
Train via Osaka-umeda
cheapest
1. Take the train from Osaka-umeda to Kyoto-kawaramachitrain Kyoto Line Local / ...
1h 15m
¥410–550
Drive 48.4 km
1. Drive from Osaka to Pontochōcar 48.4 km
48 min
¥841–1,214
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Pontochōtaxi 48.4 km
48 min
¥18,000–22,000
Train
1. Take the train from Yodoyabashi to Gion-Shijotrain Keihan Main Line Limited Express / ...
54 min
¥470–600

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Distance: 42.2 km
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Osaka, Japan and Pontochō, Japan?

Keihan Electric Railway operates a train from Yodoyabashi to Gion-Shijo every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥470–600 and the journey takes 52 min.

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