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

The cheapest way to get from Sagano to Gion is to drive which costs ¥170 - ¥260 and takes 14 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sagano to Gion is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs ¥4000 - ¥4800.

Is there a direct train between Sagano and Gion?

No, there is no direct train from Sagano to Gion. However, there are services departing from Saga-Arashiyama and arriving at Sanjokeihan via Nijo(Kyoto). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Sagano to Gion?

The distance between Sagano and Gion is 9 km. The road distance is 10.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Sagano to Gion without a car is to train and subway which takes 17 min and costs .

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

It takes approximately 17 min to get from Sagano to Gion, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sagano to Gion train from?

Sagano to Gion train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Saga-Arashiyama station.

Train or bus from Sagano to Gion?

The best way to get from Sagano to Gion is to line 203 bus which takes 38 min and costs ¥230. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥400 - ¥450 and takes 32 min.

Where does the Sagano to Gion train arrive?

Sagano to Gion train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Nijō station.

Can I drive from Sagano to Gion?

Yes, the driving distance between Sagano to Gion is 10 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Sagano to Gion.

Where can I stay near Gion?

There are 3154+ hotels available in Gion.

Sagano to Gion - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, line 203 bus, taxi

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

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

Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Saga-Arashiyama to Nijōtrain Sagano Line Local / ...
2. Take the subway from Nijo(Kyoto) to Sanjokeihansubway [142350] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
17 min
Drive 10.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sagano to Gioncar 10.2 km
14 min
¥175–252
Line 203 bus
1. Take the bus from Nishinokyo Enmachi to Gionbus 203
38 min
¥230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sagano to Giontaxi 10.2 km
14 min
¥4,000–4,800
Train
1. Take the train from Randen-Saga to Shijoomiyatrain [165977] Randen Arashiyama
32 min
¥400–450

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 9.3 km
Duration: 17 min

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

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Nishinokyo Enmachi to Gion every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, Keifuku Electric Railroad operates a train from Randen-Saga to Shijoomiya every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥250 and the journey takes 23 min.

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