What is the cheapest way to get from Osaka to Sowaka, Kyoto?

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Sowaka, Kyoto is to train via Ōsaka which costs ¥430 - ¥550 and takes 1h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Osaka to Sowaka, Kyoto?

The fastest way to get from Osaka to Sowaka, Kyoto is to drive which takes 49 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1300.

Is there a direct train between Osaka and Sowaka, Kyoto?

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 Sowaka, Kyoto?

The distance between Osaka and Sowaka, Kyoto is 43 km. The road distance is 48.6 km.

How do I travel from Osaka to Sowaka, Kyoto without a car?

The best way to get from Osaka to Sowaka, Kyoto without a car is to train and line 17 bus which takes 53 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Osaka to Sowaka, Kyoto?

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Osaka to Sowaka, Kyoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Sowaka, Kyoto train from?

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

Where does the Osaka to Sowaka, Kyoto train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Osaka to Sowaka, Kyoto?

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

Where can I stay near Sowaka, Kyoto?

There are 3747+ hotels available in Sowaka, Kyoto.

Osaka to Sowaka, Kyoto - 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 Sowaka, Kyoto by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 17 bus
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Kyōtotrain Thunderbird / ...
2. Take the bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Shijo Kawaramachibus 17
53 min
Train via Ōsaka
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ōsaka to Kyouto Kawaramachitrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
1h 24m
¥430–550
Drive 48.6 km
1. Drive from Osaka to Sowaka, Kyotocar 48.6 km
49 min
¥843–1,218
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Sowaka, Kyototaxi 48.6 km
49 min
¥18,000–22,000
Train
1. Take the train from Yodoyabashi to Gion-Shijotrain Keihan Main Line Limited Express / ...
1h 1m
¥470–600

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Distance: 43.1 km
Duration: 53 min

What companies run services between Osaka, Japan and Sowaka, Kyoto, 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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