What is the cheapest way to get from Osaka to Saihō-ji?

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Saihō-ji is to train which costs ¥550 - ¥700 and takes 1h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Osaka to Saihō-ji?

The fastest way to get from Osaka to Saihō-ji is to drive which takes 51 min and costs ¥750 - ¥1200.

Is there a direct train between Osaka and Saihō-ji?

No, there is no direct train from Osaka to Saihō-ji. However, there are services departing from Ōsaka and arriving at Matsuotaisha via Katsura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Osaka to Saihō-ji?

The distance between Osaka and Saihō-ji is 55 km. The road distance is 44.5 km.

How do I travel from Osaka to Saihō-ji without a car?

The best way to get from Osaka to Saihō-ji without a car is to train and line 205 bus which takes 1h 15m and costs ¥1000 - ¥1400.

How long does it take to get from Osaka to Saihō-ji?

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Osaka to Saihō-ji, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Saihō-ji train from?

Osaka to Saihō-ji train services, operated by Hankyu Railway, depart from Ōsaka station.

Where does the Osaka to Saihō-ji train arrive?

Osaka to Saihō-ji train services, operated by Hankyu Railway, arrive at Katsura station.

Can I drive from Osaka to Saihō-ji?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka to Saihō-ji is 44 km. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Osaka to Saihō-ji.

Where can I stay near Saihō-ji?

There are 3776+ hotels available in Saihō-ji.

Osaka to Saihō-ji - 4 ways to travel via train, line 205 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Osaka to Saihō-ji by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 205 bus
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Kyōtotrain Thunderbird / ...
2. Take the bus from Kyoto Station to Nishioji Shijobus 205
1h 15m
¥1,029–1,319
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ōsaka to Katsuratrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
1h 28m
¥551–691
Drive 44.5 km
1. Drive from Osaka to Saihō-jicar 44.5 km
51 min
¥770–1,112
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Saihō-jitaxi 44.5 km
51 min
¥16,000–20,000

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Distance: 55.5 km
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Osaka, Japan and Saihō-ji, Kyoto, Japan?

Hankyu Railway operates a train from Ōsaka to Katsura every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥390–490 and the journey takes 1h.

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