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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Gion is to bus via Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi which costs ¥4300 - ¥7500 and takes 7h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Gion is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs ¥11000 - ¥16000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Gion?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Kyoto Gion-Shijo Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 25m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Gion?

The distance between Tokyo and Gion is 478 km. The road distance is 454.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Gion without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs ¥11000 - ¥16000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Tokyo to Gion, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Gion bus from?

Tokyo to Gion bus services, operated by Willer Express, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Train or bus from Tokyo to Gion?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Gion is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs ¥11000 - ¥16000. Alternatively, you can bus via Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi, which costs ¥4300 - ¥7500 and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the Tokyo to Gion bus arrive?

Tokyo to Gion bus services, operated by Willer Express, arrive at Kyoto Gion-Shijo Station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Gion?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Gion is 454 km. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from Tokyo to Gion.

How do I get a bus ticket from Tokyo to Gion?

Book your Tokyo to Gion bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Gion?

There are 3105+ hotels available in Gion.

Tokyo to Gion - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Tokyo to Gion by train, bus, night bus, car, or plane

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 Tōkyō Station to KyōtoNozomi / ...
2h 28m
¥11,607–15,842
Night bus
cheapest
1. Take the night bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyoto Station Hachijo GateJx225
8h 4m
¥4,130–11,230
Bus via Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi
7h 19m
¥4,301–7,417
Drive 454.1 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Gion454.1 km
4h 58m
¥7,758–11,205
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyoto Gion-Shijo Station
8h 25m
¥6,500–12,000
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Osaka International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)HND - ITM
2. Take the train from Minami-ibaraki to Kyoto-kawaramachi
4h 15m
¥13,330–34,704
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Kobe, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB)HND - UKB
2. Take the train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Kyōto
4h 7m
¥15,220–24,304
Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Narita Airport Terminal 2·3 Station
2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)NRT - ITM
3. Take the train from Minami-ibaraki to Kyoto-kawaramachi
4h 43m
¥19,445–47,381
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, train, line 17 bus
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)HND - NGO
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Kyōto
3. Take the bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Shijo Kawaramachi
4h 24m
¥20,870–34,344
Train to Ibaraki Airport, fly to Kobe, train
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Ishioka
2. Fly from Ibaraki Airport (IBR) to Kobe (UKB)IBR - UKB
3. Take the train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Kyōto
4h 52m
¥19,450–59,885
Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Narita Airport Terminal 2·3 Station
2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)NRT - NGO
3. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Kyōto
4h 53m
¥22,985–39,021

Tokyo to Gion by bus

7Weekly Buses

8h 25mAverage Duration

¥6,500Cheapest Price

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Distance: 478.4 km
Duration: 2h 28m

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Kyōto every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥11,000–16,000 and the journey takes 2h 17m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi once daily. Tickets cost ¥4,000–7,500 and the journey takes 7h 8m.

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