What is the cheapest way to get from Saihō-ji to Kyoto?

The cheapest way to get from Saihō-ji to Kyoto is to drive which costs ¥150 - ¥230 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Saihō-ji to Kyoto?

The fastest way to get from Saihō-ji to Kyoto is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs ¥3700 - ¥4400.

Is there a direct train between Saihō-ji and Kyoto?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Matsuotaisha and arriving at Hankyuusaiin Eki. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5 min.

How far is it from Saihō-ji to Kyoto?

The distance between Saihō-ji and Kyoto is 8 km. The road distance is 9.2 km.

How do I travel from Saihō-ji to Kyoto without a car?

The best way to get from Saihō-ji to Kyoto without a car is to train which takes 23 min and costs ¥180 - ¥230.

How long does it take to get from Saihō-ji to Kyoto?

The train from Matsuotaisha to Hankyuusaiin Eki takes 5 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Saihō-ji to Kyoto train from?

Saihō-ji to Kyoto train services, operated by Hankyu Railway, depart from Matsuotaisha station.

Where does the Saihō-ji to Kyoto train arrive?

Saihō-ji to Kyoto train services, operated by Hankyu Railway, arrive at Hankyuusaiin Eki station.

Can I drive from Saihō-ji to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Saihō-ji to Kyoto is 9 km. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Saihō-ji to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3749+ hotels available in Kyoto.

Saihō-ji to Kyoto - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Saihō-ji to Kyoto by train, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Matsuotaisha to Hankyuusaiin Ekitrain Hankyu Arashiyama Line
23 min
¥180–230
Drive 9.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Saihō-ji to Kyotocar 9.2 km
12 min
¥160–231
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Saihō-ji to Kyototaxi 9.2 km
12 min
¥3,700–4,400

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Distance: 8.2 km
Duration: 23 min

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

Hankyu Railway operates a train from Matsuotaisha to Hankyuusaiin Eki every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥180–230 and the journey takes 5 min.

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