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

The cheapest way to get from Namba to Gion is to train via Nishinakajima-Minamigata which costs ¥600 - ¥750 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Namba to Gion is to drive which takes 51 min and costs ¥850 - ¥1300.

Is there a direct bus between Namba and Gion?

No, there is no direct bus from Namba station to Gion. However, there are services departing from Nanba Station, Osaka and arriving at Shijo Kawaramachi via Osaka Airport and Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Namba and Gion?

No, there is no direct train from Namba to Gion. However, there are services departing from Namba and arriving at Gion-shijo via Yodoyabashi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Namba to Gion?

The distance between Namba and Gion is 53 km. The road distance is 51.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Namba to Gion without a car is to train which takes 57 min and costs ¥600 - ¥800.

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

It takes approximately 57 min to get from Namba to Gion, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Namba to Gion bus from?

Namba to Gion bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Nanba Station, Osaka.

Where do I catch the Namba to Gion train from?

Namba to Gion train services, operated by Keihan Electric Railway, depart from Yodoyabashi station.

Train or bus from Namba to Gion?

The best way to get from Namba to Gion is to train which takes 57 min and costs ¥600 - ¥800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1900 - ¥2400 and takes 1h 49m.

Where does the Namba to Gion bus arrive?

Namba to Gion bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal station.

Where does the Namba to Gion train arrive?

Namba to Gion train services, operated by Keihan Electric Railway, arrive at Gion-shijo station.

Can I drive from Namba to Gion?

Yes, the driving distance between Namba to Gion is 51 km. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Namba to Gion.

Where can I stay near Gion?

There are 3111+ hotels available in Gion.

Namba to Gion - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Namba 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
best
1. Take the train from Yodoyabashi to Gion-shijotrain Keihan Main Line Ltd. Exp. / ...
57 min
¥610–783
Train via Nishinakajima-Minamigata
cheapest
1. Take the train from Minamikata to Kyoto-kawaramachitrain Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
1h 27m
¥605–742
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nanba Station, Osaka to Osaka Itami Airport North Terminalbus N
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
1h 49m
¥1,952–2,344
Drive 51.4 km
1. Drive from Namba to Gioncar 51.4 km
51 min
¥885–1,278
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Namba to Giontaxi 51.4 km
51 min
¥19,000–23,000

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 52.6 km
Duration: 57 min

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

Keihan Electric Railway operates a train from Yodoyabashi to Gion-shijo every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥410–550 and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nanba Station, Osaka to Shijo Kawaramachi via Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal, Osaka Airport, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, and Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi in around 1h 49m.

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