What is the cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove?

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is to drive which costs ¥8000 - ¥12000 and takes 5h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tokyo to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove?

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is to fly and bus which takes 4h 18m and costs ¥13000 - ¥22000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove?

No, there is no direct bus from Tokyo to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove station. However, there are services departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Saga-Arashiyama via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove?

The distance between Tokyo and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is 488 km. The road distance is 465.1 km.

How do I travel from Tokyo to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove without a car?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove?

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Tokyo to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove bus from?

Tokyo to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove train from?

Tokyo to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Tōkyō Station.

Train or bus from Tokyo to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3400 - ¥13000 and takes 7h 44m.

Where does the Tokyo to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove bus arrive?

Tokyo to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, arrive at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi.

Where does the Tokyo to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove train arrive?

Tokyo to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyoto station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is 465 km. It takes approximately 5h 10m to drive from Tokyo to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove.

Where can I stay near Arashiyama Bamboo Grove?

There are 3745+ hotels available in Arashiyama Bamboo Grove.

Tokyo to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Tokyo to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
3h 10m
Bus via Kyoto Station Hachijo Guchi
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyoto Station Hachijo Guchibus Jx225
7h 51m
¥2,400–15,267
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchibus
7h 44m
¥3,400–12,290
Drive 465.1 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Arashiyama Bamboo Grovecar 465.1 km
5h 10m
¥8,085–11,677
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Osaka International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane HND - ITM
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
4h 18m
¥13,890–21,504
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Kobe, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB)plane HND - UKB
2. Take the train from Shin Kobe to Kyototrain
3. Take the train from Kyōto to Saga-Arashiyamatrain
5h 1m
Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to 空港第2ビル Narita Airport Terminal 2·3train
2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane NRT - ITM
3. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
4h 55m
¥17,463–35,205
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)plane HND - NGO
2. Take the train from Nagoya to Kyototrain
3. Take the train from Kyōto to Saga-Arashiyamatrain
4h 43m
Train to Ibaraki Airport, fly to Kobe, train
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Ishiokatrain
2. Fly from Ibaraki Airport (IBR) to Kobe (UKB)plane IBR - UKB
3. Take the train from Shin Kobe to Kyototrain
5h 50m

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) flights

217Weekly Planes

1h 9mAverage Duration

¥12,173Cheapest Price

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Distance: 487.9 km
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Kyoto every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 2h 34m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi once daily. Tickets cost ¥3,200–12,000 and the journey takes 7h 8m.

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