What is the cheapest way to get from Shimogyō-ku to Gion?

The cheapest way to get from Shimogyō-ku to Gion is to train which costs ¥160 - ¥210 and takes 6 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Shimogyō-ku to Gion?

The fastest way to get from Shimogyō-ku to Gion is to train which takes 6 min and costs ¥160 - ¥210.

Is there a direct bus between Shimogyō-ku and Gion?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shijo Nakashinmichi and arriving at Gion. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

Is there a direct train between Shimogyō-ku and Gion?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hankyuusaiin Eki and arriving at Kyouto Kawaramachi. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6 min.

How far is it from Shimogyō-ku to Gion?

The distance between Shimogyō-ku and Gion is 3 km.

How do I travel from Shimogyō-ku to Gion without a car?

The best way to get from Shimogyō-ku to Gion without a car is to train which takes 6 min and costs ¥160 - ¥210.

How long does it take to get from Shimogyō-ku to Gion?

The train from Hankyuusaiin Eki to Kyouto Kawaramachi takes 6 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Shimogyō-ku to Gion bus from?

Shimogyō-ku to Gion bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Shijo Nakashinmichi station.

Where do I catch the Shimogyō-ku to Gion train from?

Shimogyō-ku to Gion train services, operated by Hankyu Railway, depart from Hankyuusaiin Eki station.

Train or bus from Shimogyō-ku to Gion?

The best way to get from Shimogyō-ku to Gion is to train which takes 6 min and costs ¥160 - ¥210. Alternatively, you can line 203 bus, which costs ¥230 and takes 14 min.

Where does the Shimogyō-ku to Gion bus arrive?

Shimogyō-ku to Gion bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Gion station.

Where does the Shimogyō-ku to Gion train arrive?

Shimogyō-ku to Gion train services, operated by Hankyu Railway, arrive at Kyouto Kawaramachi station.

Where can I stay near Gion?

There are 3742+ hotels available in Gion.

Shimogyō-ku to Gion - 5 ways to travel via train, line 203 bus, taxi, and foot

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hankyuusaiin Eki to Kyouto Kawaramachitrain Hankyu Kyoto Line / ...
6 min
¥160–210
Line 203 bus
1. Take the bus from Shijo Nakashinmichi to Gionbus 203
14 min
¥230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shimogyō-ku to Giontaxi 4.8 km
6 min
¥2,100–2,600
Walk
1. Take the foot from Shimogyō-ku to Gionwalk 4.7 km
56 min
Subway
1. Take the subway from Nishiojioike to Higashiyama(Kyoto)subway [142350] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
10 min
¥230–270

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Distance: 3.4 km
Duration: 6 min

What companies run services between Shimogyō-ku, Japan and Gion, Kyoto, Japan?

Hankyu Railway operates a train from Hankyuusaiin Eki to Kyouto Kawaramachi every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥160–210 and the journey takes 6 min. Alternatively, Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Shijo Nakashinmichi to Gion every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 14 min.

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