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

The cheapest way to get from Pontochō to Arashiyama is to drive which costs ¥160 - ¥240 and takes 13 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontochō to Arashiyama is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs ¥3700 - ¥4500.

Is there a direct bus between Pontochō and Arashiyama?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shijo Keihan Mae and arriving at Nishioji Oike. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

Is there a direct train between Pontochō and Arashiyama?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sanjokeihan and arriving at Uzumasatenjingawa. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

How far is it from Pontochō to Arashiyama?

The distance between Pontochō and Arashiyama is 10 km. The road distance is 9.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Pontochō to Arashiyama without a car is to train via Hankyuusaiin Eki which takes 18 min and costs ¥340 - ¥440.

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

It takes approximately 18 min to get from Pontochō to Arashiyama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontochō to Arashiyama bus from?

Pontochō to Arashiyama bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Shijo Keihan Mae station.

Where do I catch the Pontochō to Arashiyama train from?

Pontochō to Arashiyama train services, operated by Hankyu Railway, depart from Kyouto Kawaramachi station.

Train or bus from Pontochō to Arashiyama?

The best way to get from Pontochō to Arashiyama is to train via Hankyuusaiin Eki which takes 18 min and costs ¥340 - ¥440. Alternatively, you can line 203 bus, which costs ¥230 and takes 21 min.

Where does the Pontochō to Arashiyama bus arrive?

Pontochō to Arashiyama bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Nishioji Oike station.

Where does the Pontochō to Arashiyama train arrive?

Pontochō to Arashiyama train services, operated by Hankyu Railway, arrive at Hankyuusaiin Eki station.

Can I drive from Pontochō to Arashiyama?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontochō to Arashiyama is 9 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Pontochō to Arashiyama.

Where can I stay near Arashiyama?

There are 3766+ hotels available in Arashiyama.

Pontochō to Arashiyama - 7 ways to travel via train, line 203 bus, taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Pontochō to Arashiyama by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Train via Hankyuusaiin Eki
best
1. Take the train from Kyouto Kawaramachi to Hankyuusaiin Ekitrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
2. Take the train from Hankyuusaiin Eki to Matsuotaishatrain Hankyu Arashiyama Line
18 min
¥347–436
Drive 9.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontochō to Arashiyamacar 9.3 km
13 min
¥162–233
Line 203 bus
1. Take the bus from Shijo Keihan Mae to Nishioji Oikebus 203
21 min
¥230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontochō to Arashiyamataxi 9.3 km
13 min
¥3,700–4,500
Subway
1. Take the subway from Sanjokeihan to Uzumasatenjingawasubway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
21 min
¥230–280
Train
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Saga-Arashiyamatrain Sagano Line Local / ...
28 min
¥430–520
Line 203 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shijo Keihan Mae to Shijo Omiyabus 203
2. Take the train from Shijoomiya to Arashiyama(Tramway)train [165821] Randen Arashiyama
41 min
¥480

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Distance: 10.3 km
Duration: 18 min

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

You can take a vehicle from Pontochō to Matsuotaisha via Kyouto Kawaramachi and Hankyuusaiin Eki in around 18 min. Alternatively, Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Shijo Keihan Mae to Nishioji Oike every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 19 min.

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