What is the cheapest way to get from Philosopher's Walk to Arashiyama?

The cheapest way to get from Philosopher's Walk to Arashiyama is to drive which costs ¥220 - ¥320 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Philosopher's Walk to Arashiyama?

The fastest way to get from Philosopher's Walk to Arashiyama is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs ¥4900 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct bus between Philosopher's Walk and Arashiyama?

No, there is no direct bus from Philosopher's Walk to Arashiyama. However, there are services departing from Jodoji and arriving at Nishinokyo Enmachi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47 min.

Is there a direct train between Philosopher's Walk and Arashiyama?

No, there is no direct train from Philosopher's Walk to Arashiyama. However, there are services departing from Keage and arriving at Saga-Arashiyama via Nijō. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Philosopher's Walk to Arashiyama?

The distance between Philosopher's Walk and Arashiyama is 12 km. The road distance is 12.7 km.

How do I travel from Philosopher's Walk to Arashiyama without a car?

The best way to get from Philosopher's Walk to Arashiyama without a car is to line 203 bus which takes 47 min and costs ¥340 - ¥400.

How long does it take to get from Philosopher's Walk to Arashiyama?

It takes approximately 47 min to get from Philosopher's Walk to Arashiyama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philosopher's Walk to Arashiyama bus from?

Philosopher's Walk to Arashiyama bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Jodoji station.

Where do I catch the Philosopher's Walk to Arashiyama train from?

Philosopher's Walk to Arashiyama train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, depart from Keage station.

Where does the Philosopher's Walk to Arashiyama bus arrive?

Philosopher's Walk to Arashiyama bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Nishinokyo Enmachi station.

Where does the Philosopher's Walk to Arashiyama train arrive?

Philosopher's Walk to Arashiyama train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, arrive at Nijo(Kyoto) station.

Can I drive from Philosopher's Walk to Arashiyama?

Yes, the driving distance between Philosopher's Walk to Arashiyama is 13 km. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Philosopher's Walk to Arashiyama.

Where can I stay near Arashiyama?

There are 3755+ hotels available in Arashiyama.

Philosopher's Walk to Arashiyama - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 203 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Philosopher's Walk to Arashiyama by bus, subway, train, taxi, or car

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Line 203 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Jodoji to Nishinokyo Enmachibus 203
47 min
¥340–400
Drive 12.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Philosopher's Walk to Arashiyamacar 12.7 km
16 min
¥221–319
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Keage to Nijo(Kyoto)subway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
2. Take the train from Nijō to Saga-Arashiyamatrain Sagano Line Local / ...
57 min
¥363–465
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Philosopher's Walk to Arashiyamataxi 12.7 km
16 min
¥4,900–6,000
Line 203 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Jodoji to Nishioji Sanjobus 203
2. Take the train from Nishiojisanjo to Arashiyama(Tramway)train [165821] Randen Arashiyama / ...
1h 2m
¥431

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Distance: 11.9 km
Duration: 47 min

What companies run services between Philosopher's Walk, Japan and Arashiyama, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Jodoji to Nishinokyo Enmachi every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 26 min.

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