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

The cheapest way to get from Umeda to Bamboo Forest is to train via Hankyuusaiin Eki which costs ¥600 - ¥750 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Umeda to Bamboo Forest is to drive which takes 55 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1200.

Is there a direct train between Umeda and Bamboo Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Umeda to Bamboo Forest. However, there are services departing from Ōsaka and arriving at Saga-Arashiyama via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Umeda to Bamboo Forest?

The distance between Umeda and Bamboo Forest is 57 km. The road distance is 47.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Umeda to Bamboo Forest without a car is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs ¥850 - ¥1300.

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

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Umeda to Bamboo Forest, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Umeda to Bamboo Forest train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Umeda to Bamboo Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Umeda to Bamboo Forest is 48 km. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Umeda to Bamboo Forest.

Where can I stay near Bamboo Forest?

There are 3772+ hotels available in Bamboo Forest.

Umeda to Bamboo Forest - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Umeda to Bamboo Forest by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ōsaka to Kyōtotrain Thunderbird / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Saga-Arashiyamatrain Sagano Line Local / ...
1h 34m
¥876–1,227
Train via Hankyuusaiin Eki
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ōsaka to Hankyuusaiin Ekitrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
2. Take the train from Sai to Arashiyama(Tramway)train [165821] Randen Arashiyama / ...
2h 10m
¥636–731
Drive 47.7 km
1. Drive from Umeda to Bamboo Forestcar 47.7 km
55 min
¥826–1,193
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Umeda to Bamboo Foresttaxi 47.7 km
55 min
¥18,000–22,000
Train via Shin-Ōsaka Station
1. Take the train from Ōsaka to Shin-Ōsaka Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Kyototrain
3. Take the train from Kyōto to Saga-Arashiyamatrain
1h 39m

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Distance: 57.3 km
Duration: 1h 34m

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

You can take a train from Ōsaka to Bamboo Forest via Kyōto and Saga-Arashiyama in around 1h 34m.

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