What is the cheapest way to get from Sanjo(Kyoto) to Arashiyama?

The cheapest way to get from Sanjo(Kyoto) to Arashiyama is to drive which costs ¥160 - ¥250 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Sanjo(Kyoto) to Arashiyama?

The fastest way to get from Sanjo(Kyoto) to Arashiyama is to subway which takes 12 min and costs ¥230 - ¥280.

Is there a direct train between Sanjo(Kyoto) and Arashiyama?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sanjokeihan and arriving at Uzumasatenjingawa. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

How far is it from Sanjo(Kyoto) to Arashiyama?

The distance between Sanjo(Kyoto) and Arashiyama is 5 km. The road distance is 9.7 km.

How do I travel from Sanjo(Kyoto) to Arashiyama without a car?

The best way to get from Sanjo(Kyoto) to Arashiyama without a car is to subway which takes 12 min and costs ¥230 - ¥280.

How long does it take to get from Sanjo(Kyoto) to Arashiyama?

The subway from Sanjokeihan to Uzumasatenjingawa takes 12 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Sanjo(Kyoto) to Arashiyama train from?

Sanjo(Kyoto) to Arashiyama train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, depart from Sanjokeihan station.

Where does the Sanjo(Kyoto) to Arashiyama train arrive?

Sanjo(Kyoto) to Arashiyama train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, arrive at Uzumasatenjingawa station.

Can I drive from Sanjo(Kyoto) to Arashiyama?

Yes, the driving distance between Sanjo(Kyoto) to Arashiyama is 10 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Sanjo(Kyoto) to Arashiyama.

Where can I stay near Arashiyama?

There are 3771+ hotels available in Arashiyama.

Sanjo(Kyoto) to Arashiyama - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Sanjo(Kyoto) to Arashiyama by subway, taxi, car, or train

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Sanjokeihan to Uzumasatenjingawasubway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
12 min
¥230–280
Drive 9.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sanjo(Kyoto) to Arashiyamacar 9.7 km
13 min
¥168–242
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sanjo(Kyoto) to Arashiyamataxi 9.7 km
13 min
¥3,800–4,600
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Sanjokeihan to Nijo(Kyoto)subway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
2. Take the train from Nijō to Saga-Arashiyamatrain Sagano Line Local / ...
24 min
¥351–451
Subway, train via Randen-Tenjingawa
1. Take the subway from Sanjokeihan to Uzumasatenjingawasubway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
2. Take the train from Randen-Tenjingawa to Arashiyama(Tramway)train [165821] Randen Arashiyama / ...
32 min

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Distance: 5.5 km
Duration: 12 min

What companies run services between Sanjo(Kyoto), Japan and Arashiyama, Japan?

Kyoto City Subway operates a subway from Sanjokeihan to Uzumasatenjingawa every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230–280 and the journey takes 12 min.

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