What is the cheapest way to get from Yasaka Shrine to Arashiyama?

The cheapest way to get from Yasaka Shrine to Arashiyama is to drive which costs ¥180 - ¥260 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Yasaka Shrine to Arashiyama?

The fastest way to get from Yasaka Shrine to Arashiyama is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs ¥4100 - ¥4900.

Is there a direct bus between Yasaka Shrine and Arashiyama?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gion and arriving at Nishioji Oike. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

Is there a direct train between Yasaka Shrine and Arashiyama?

No, there is no direct train from Yasaka Shrine to Arashiyama. However, there are services departing from Higashiyama(Kyoto) and arriving at Saga-Arashiyama via Nijō. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Yasaka Shrine to Arashiyama?

The distance between Yasaka Shrine and Arashiyama is 6 km. The road distance is 10.4 km.

How do I travel from Yasaka Shrine to Arashiyama without a car?

The best way to get from Yasaka Shrine to Arashiyama without a car is to line 203 bus which takes 24 min and costs ¥230.

How long does it take to get from Yasaka Shrine to Arashiyama?

The line 203 bus from Gion to Nishioji Oike takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Yasaka Shrine to Arashiyama bus from?

Yasaka Shrine to Arashiyama bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Gion station.

Where do I catch the Yasaka Shrine to Arashiyama train from?

Yasaka Shrine to Arashiyama train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, depart from Higashiyama(Kyoto) station.

Where does the Yasaka Shrine to Arashiyama bus arrive?

Yasaka Shrine to Arashiyama bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Nishioji Oike station.

Where does the Yasaka Shrine to Arashiyama train arrive?

Yasaka Shrine to Arashiyama train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, arrive at Nijo(Kyoto) station.

Can I drive from Yasaka Shrine to Arashiyama?

Yes, the driving distance between Yasaka Shrine to Arashiyama is 10 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Yasaka Shrine to Arashiyama.

Where can I stay near Arashiyama?

There are 3769+ hotels available in Arashiyama.

Yasaka Shrine to Arashiyama - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 203 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Yasaka Shrine to Arashiyama by bus, subway, train, taxi, or car

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Line 203 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Gion to Nishioji Oikebus 203
24 min
¥230
Drive 10.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Yasaka Shrine to Arashiyamacar 10.4 km
15 min
¥180–260
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Higashiyama(Kyoto) to Nijo(Kyoto)subway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
2. Take the train from Nijō to Saga-Arashiyamatrain Sagano Line Local / ...
37 min
¥355–455
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Yasaka Shrine to Arashiyamataxi 10.4 km
15 min
¥4,100–4,900
Line 203 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gion to Shijo Omiyabus 203
2. Take the train from Shijoomiya to Arashiyama(Tramway)train [165821] Randen Arashiyama
44 min
¥480

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Distance: 5.9 km
Duration: 24 min

What companies run services between Yasaka Shrine, Kyoto, Japan and Arashiyama, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Gion to Nishioji Oike every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 21 min.

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