What is the cheapest way to get from Pontochō to Nijō Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Pontochō to Nijō Castle is to subway via Kyotoshiyakushomae which costs ¥210 - ¥240 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Pontochō to Nijō Castle?

The fastest way to get from Pontochō to Nijō Castle is to taxi which takes 4 min and costs ¥1700 - ¥2100.

Is there a direct train between Pontochō and Nijō Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sanjokeihan and arriving at Nijojomae. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5 min.

How far is it from Pontochō to Nijō Castle?

The distance between Pontochō and Nijō Castle is 4 km.

How do I travel from Pontochō to Nijō Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Pontochō to Nijō Castle without a car is to train and subway which takes 21 min and costs ¥450 - ¥550.

How long does it take to get from Pontochō to Nijō Castle?

It takes approximately 21 min to get from Pontochō to Nijō Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontochō to Nijō Castle train from?

Pontochō to Nijō Castle train services, operated by Keihan Electric Railway, depart from Gion-Shijo station.

Where does the Pontochō to Nijō Castle train arrive?

Pontochō to Nijō Castle train services, operated by Keihan Electric Railway, arrive at Sanjo station.

Where can I stay near Nijō Castle?

There are 3749+ hotels available in Nijō Castle.

Pontochō to Nijō Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, taxi, and foot

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There are 5 ways to get from Pontochō to Nijō Castle by train, subway, taxi, or foot

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Gion-Shijo to Sanjotrain Keihan Main Line Limited Express / ...
2. Take the subway from Sanjokeihan to Nijojomaesubway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
21 min
¥452–545
Subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Sanjokeihan to Nijojomaesubway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
24 min
¥210–250
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontochō to Nijō Castletaxi 3.5 km
4 min
¥1,700–2,100
Walk
1. Take the walk from Pontochō to Nijō Castlewalk 3.4 km
40 min
Subway via Kyotoshiyakushomae
1. Take the subway from Kyotoshiyakushomae to Nijojomaesubway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
25 min
¥210–240

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Distance: 3.9 km
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Pontochō, Japan and Nijō Castle, Japan?

Kyoto City Subway operates a subway from Sanjokeihan to Nijojomae every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥210–250 and the journey takes 5 min.

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