What is the cheapest way to get from Kobe to Gion?

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Gion is to train which costs ¥700 - ¥900 and takes 1h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kobe to Gion?

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Gion is to train and line 17 bus which takes 34 min and costs ¥3300 - ¥5000.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Gion?

No, there is no direct train from Kobe to Gion. However, there are services departing from Kobe-sannomiya and arriving at Kyoto-kawaramachi via Juso. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Kobe to Gion?

The distance between Kobe and Gion is 71 km. The road distance is 73.4 km.

How do I travel from Kobe to Gion without a car?

The best way to get from Kobe to Gion without a car is to train and line 17 bus which takes 34 min and costs ¥3300 - ¥5000.

How long does it take to get from Kobe to Gion?

It takes approximately 34 min to get from Kobe to Gion, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Gion train from?

Kobe to Gion train services, operated by Hankyu Railway, depart from Kobe-sannomiya station.

Where does the Kobe to Gion train arrive?

Kobe to Gion train services, operated by Hankyu Railway, arrive at Juso station.

Can I drive from Kobe to Gion?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Gion is 73 km. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Kobe to Gion.

Where can I stay near Gion?

There are 3109+ hotels available in Gion.

Kobe to Gion - 5 ways to travel via train, line 17 bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Kobe to Gion by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 17 bus
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Kōbe Station to KyōtoNozomi
2. Take the bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Shijo Kawaramachi17 / ...
34 min
¥3,308–4,959
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kobe-sannomiya to JusoKobe Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Juso to Kyoto-kawaramachiKyoto Line Limited Express / ...
1h 30m
¥715–888
Drive 73.4 km
1. Drive from Kobe to Gion73.4 km
1h 9m
¥1,252–1,808
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kobe to Gion73.4 km
1h 9m
¥26,000–32,000
Train via Osaka
1. Take the train from Motomachi(Hyogo) to Kyobashi(Osaka)[26937] JR Gakkentoshi Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Kyobashi to Gion-shijoKeihan Main Line Ltd. Exp. / ...
1h 47m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 71.3 km
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Kobe, Japan and Gion, Kyoto, Japan?

You can take a train from Kobe-sannomiya to Kyoto-kawaramachi via Juso in around 1h 30m.

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