What is the cheapest way to get from Uji to Bamboo Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Uji to Bamboo Forest is to drive which costs ¥390 - ¥600 and takes 28 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Uji to Bamboo Forest?

The fastest way to get from Uji to Bamboo Forest is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs ¥8000 - ¥10000.

Is there a direct train between Uji and Bamboo Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Uji to Bamboo Forest. However, there are services departing from Uji and arriving at Saga-Arashiyama via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from Uji to Bamboo Forest?

The distance between Uji and Bamboo Forest is 29 km. The road distance is 22.7 km.

How do I travel from Uji to Bamboo Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Uji to Bamboo Forest without a car is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs ¥470 - ¥700.

How long does it take to get from Uji to Bamboo Forest?

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from Uji to Bamboo Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Uji to Bamboo Forest train from?

Uji to Bamboo Forest train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Uji station.

Where does the Uji to Bamboo Forest train arrive?

Uji to Bamboo Forest train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Uji to Bamboo Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Uji to Bamboo Forest is 23 km. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Uji to Bamboo Forest.

Where can I stay near Bamboo Forest?

There are 3772+ hotels available in Bamboo Forest.

Uji to Bamboo Forest - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Uji to Bamboo Forest by train, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Uji to Kyōtotrain D: Nara Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Saga-Arashiyamatrain Sagano Line Local / ...
1h 26m
¥470–664
Drive 22.7 km
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1. Drive from Uji to Bamboo Forestcar 22.7 km
28 min
¥393–567
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Uji to Bamboo Foresttaxi 22.7 km
28 min
¥8,000–10,000

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Distance: 29.4 km
Duration: 1h 26m

What companies run services between Uji, Japan and Bamboo Forest, Kyoto, Japan?

You can take a train from Uji to Bamboo Forest via Kyōto and Saga-Arashiyama in around 1h 26m.

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