What is the cheapest way to get from Ryōan-ji to Gion?

The cheapest way to get from Ryōan-ji to Gion is to line 203 bus via Ryoanji which costs ¥230 and takes 49 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ryōan-ji to Gion?

The fastest way to get from Ryōan-ji to Gion is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs ¥4100 - ¥4900.

Is there a direct bus between Ryōan-ji and Gion?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kitano Hakubaicho and arriving at Gion. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

Is there a direct train between Ryōan-ji and Gion?

No, there is no direct train from Ryōan-ji to Gion. However, there are services departing from Hanazono and arriving at Sanjokeihan via Nijo(Kyoto). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Ryōan-ji to Gion?

The distance between Ryōan-ji and Gion is 8 km.

How do I travel from Ryōan-ji to Gion without a car?

The best way to get from Ryōan-ji to Gion without a car is to train and subway which takes 38 min and costs ¥310 - ¥380.

How long does it take to get from Ryōan-ji to Gion?

It takes approximately 38 min to get from Ryōan-ji to Gion, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ryōan-ji to Gion bus from?

Ryōan-ji to Gion bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Kitano Hakubaicho station.

Where do I catch the Ryōan-ji to Gion train from?

Ryōan-ji to Gion train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Hanazono station.

Where does the Ryōan-ji to Gion bus arrive?

Ryōan-ji to Gion bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Gion station.

Where does the Ryōan-ji to Gion train arrive?

Ryōan-ji to Gion train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Nijō station.

Where can I stay near Gion?

There are 3775+ hotels available in Gion.

Ryōan-ji to Gion - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, line 203 bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Ryōan-ji to Gion by train, subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Hanazono to Nijōtrain Sagano Line Local
2. Take the subway from Nijo(Kyoto) to Sanjokeihansubway [142350] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
38 min
¥319–374
Line 203 bus via Ryoanji
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kitano Hakubaicho to Gionbus 203
49 min
¥230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ryōan-ji to Giontaxi 8.1 km
12 min
¥4,100–4,900
Walk
1. Take the walk from Ryōan-ji to Gionwalk 8 km
1h 35m
Line 203 bus
1. Take the bus from Kitano Hakubaicho to Gionbus 203
50 min
¥230

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Distance: 8 km
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Ryōan-ji, Japan and Gion, Kyoto, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Kitano Hakubaicho to Gion every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 28 min.

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