What is the cheapest way to get from Sagaarashiyama to Gion?

The cheapest way to get from Sagaarashiyama to Gion is to drive which costs ¥170 - ¥260 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Sagaarashiyama to Gion?

The fastest way to get from Sagaarashiyama to Gion is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs ¥4000 - ¥4900.

Is there a direct bus between Sagaarashiyama and Gion?

No, there is no direct bus from Sagaarashiyama to Gion. However, there are services departing from Nishinokyo Enmachi and arriving at Gion via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38 min.

Is there a direct train between Sagaarashiyama and Gion?

No, there is no direct train from Sagaarashiyama to Gion. However, there are services departing from Saga-Arashiyama and arriving at Sanjokeihan via Nijo(Kyoto). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Sagaarashiyama to Gion?

The distance between Sagaarashiyama and Gion is 9 km. The road distance is 10.2 km.

How do I travel from Sagaarashiyama to Gion without a car?

The best way to get from Sagaarashiyama to Gion without a car is to train and subway which takes 17 min and costs ¥350 - ¥460.

How long does it take to get from Sagaarashiyama to Gion?

It takes approximately 17 min to get from Sagaarashiyama to Gion, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sagaarashiyama to Gion bus from?

Sagaarashiyama to Gion bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Nishinokyo Enmachi station.

Where do I catch the Sagaarashiyama to Gion train from?

Sagaarashiyama to Gion train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Saga-Arashiyama station.

Train or bus from Sagaarashiyama to Gion?

The best way to get from Sagaarashiyama to Gion is to line 203 bus which takes 38 min and costs ¥340 - ¥400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥400 - ¥450 and takes 37 min.

Where does the Sagaarashiyama to Gion bus arrive?

Sagaarashiyama to Gion bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Gion station.

Where does the Sagaarashiyama to Gion train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sagaarashiyama to Gion?

Yes, the driving distance between Sagaarashiyama to Gion is 10 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Sagaarashiyama to Gion.

Where can I stay near Gion?

There are 3743+ hotels available in Gion.

Sagaarashiyama to Gion - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, and line 203 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Sagaarashiyama to Gion by train, subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Saga-Arashiyama to Nijōtrain Sagano Line Local / ...
2. Take the subway from Nijo(Kyoto) to Sanjokeihansubway [142350] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
17 min
¥358–452
Drive 10.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sagaarashiyama to Gioncar 10.2 km
14 min
¥178–256
Line 203 bus
1. Take the bus from Nishinokyo Enmachi to Gionbus 203
38 min
¥346–391
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sagaarashiyama to Giontaxi 10.2 km
14 min
¥4,000–4,900
Train
1. Take the train from Randen-Saga to Shijoomiyatrain [165977] Randen Arashiyama
37 min
¥400–450

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Distance: 9.3 km
Duration: 17 min

What companies run services between Sagaarashiyama, Japan and Gion, Kyoto, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Nishinokyo Enmachi to Gion every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, Keifuku Electric Railroad operates a train from Randen-Saga to Shijoomiya every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥250 and the journey takes 23 min.

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