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 which costs ¥220 - ¥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 ¥2000 - ¥2500.

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 subway via Sanjo which takes 20 min and costs ¥460 - ¥550.

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

It takes approximately 20 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 Kyoto City Subway, depart from Sanjokeihan station.

Where does the Pontochō to Nijō Castle train arrive?

Pontochō to Nijō Castle train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, arrive at Nijojomae station.

Where can I stay near Nijō Castle?

There are 3800+ hotels available in Nijō Castle.

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

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

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Subway via Sanjo
best
1. Take the subway from Sanjokeihan to Nijojomaesubway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
20 min
¥462–535
Subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Sanjokeihan to Nijojomaesubway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
24 min
¥220–240
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontochō to Nijō Castletaxi 3.5 km
4 min
¥2,000–2,500
Walk
1. Take the walk from Pontochō to Nijō Castlewalk 3.4 km
40 min
Subway #2
1. Take the subway from Kyotoshiyakushomae to Nijojomaesubway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
25 min
¥220–240

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Distance: 3.9 km
Duration: 20 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 ¥220–240 and the journey takes 5 min.

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