How to get from Kyoto Station to Arashiyama: Compare fares and times for JR (train), bus, and taxi

How to get from Kyoto Station to Arashiyama JR (Train) Bus Taxi Fare Time Comparison Togetsukyo Bridge Summer Toei Group Japan Co., Ltd.

Kyoto Arashiyama teeth, A popular tourist spot dotted with historical spots and seasonal scenery .
" Bamboo Forest Path "or" Togetsukyo Bridge "Such, Many world-famous sights there is.

This time, JR Kyoto Station from How to get to Arashiyama or access of Introduction by transportation !

JR (Train), Bus, Taxi and, Compare the cost and travel time for each option So, please feel free to use this as a reference!

How to get from Kyoto Station to Arashiyama: Compare fares and travel times

How to get from Kyoto Station to Arashiyama JR (Train) Bus Taxi Fare Time Comparison Randen Keifuku Electric Railway Arashiyama Main Line Arashiyama Station Kimono Forest Tsui Group Japan Co., Ltd.

JR (Train) To get to Arashiyama using JR Kyoto Station from JR Sanin Main Line (Sagano Line) Get on board, Get off at Saga-Arashiyama Station To do.

By bus , City bus Using Kyoto Station from Arashiyama [Kyoto] bus stop ,or Arashiyama Park Bus Stop Get off at etc. Just do it!

By taxi teeth, Taxi stand near Kyoto Station Take a taxi to Go directly to your destination .

There are advantages to each, If you want to save money, choose the bus , If you want to get around easily, take a taxi , If you want both cost-effectiveness and efficiency, take the train is recommended is!

Kyoto Station → Arashiyama
How to get there
JR (Train) bus taxi
Price (one way) 240 yen 230 yen Approximately 3,500 yen
Travel time About 10 to 20 minutes Approximately 50 minutes Approximately 30 minutes
merit No need to worry about traffic jams (times are easy to read) The cheapest price Easy to move around
Demerit Long walking distances to tourist spots There is a risk of traffic congestion (it may take a long time) ・Expensive
There is a risk of traffic congestion
Recommended People ・People who want to travel on time
・People who want both cost-effectiveness and efficiency
・People who want to travel cheaply
・People who enjoy traveling by bus
・People who don't like crowds
・People who want to spend time with family and friends while on the move
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Recommended and popular tours in Arashiyama!

Kyoto Arashiyama So, Tea ceremony experience or Japanese sweets making experience Such, Experience the good old culture and traditions of Japan is popular is!

Through experience Enjoy learning about culture but also It helps you concentrate and calms the mind Should be.

What I created through the experience: You can eat it on the spot or take it home as a souvenir. So, It will be a wonderful memory of your trip. Yo!

Come experience Japanese culture and traditions with your family and friends and make some fun memories!

[Kyoto, Ukyo] One-hour tea ceremony experience without bringing anything ★ Tea and snacks included ★ Beginners and solo travelers welcome, elementary school students and above can participate (experience the basic etiquette of tea ceremony)

Sato Flower Arrangement and Sencha Tea Club
Arashiyama, Sagano, Takao

This plan does not support English.

This is a plan where you can experience the tea ceremony at Saga in Kyoto! You can enjoy the prepared tea and sweets together! We will teach you the basics of tea ceremony such as "how to enter the tea room, how to look at the alcove, how to eat the sweets, how to eat the tea, how to look at the tea bowl, etc." Even if you have difficulty sitting upright, we can accommodate you in the Western style, so please don't worry. JR Saga

[Kyoto, Ukyo] Japanese sweets making experience class "Kanshundo Sagano store" ~ Making 4 types of Japanese sweets (Sagano Arashiyama venue)

Kanshundo Honpo Co., Ltd.
Arashiyama, Sagano, Takao
3,300 Yen ~ (tax included)

You will make authentic Kyoto sweets under the guidance of a craftsman. Create lasting memories in Kyoto.

[Kyoto, Arashiyama] Traditional crafts! Handmade tumbler experience - popular with couples, friends, and families with children! (50 minutes)

Tsumugu Studio Arashiyama Store
Arashiyama, Sagano, Takao

This plan does not support English.

A perfect souvenir! Experience making a kiagari koboshi doll♪ Come experience Kyoto's traditional crafts at this popular spot that everyone feels is "Kyoto-esque!" and create memories!

[Kyoto, Arashiyama] Private lesson for "Authentic Soba Noodle Making Experience" (2 to 10 people)

Umehara handmade soba
Arashiyama, Sagano, Takao
3,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

"Handmade Soba Umehara" offers a soba noodle making experience class. Why not try making soba noodles in between sightseeing in Arashiyama? ♪ ~Schedule~ ① Check-in (5 minutes) ② Explanation of the process (5 minutes) ③ Hand washing, changing clothes, preparation (5 minutes) ④ Soba noodle making experience (45 minutes) ⑤ Tasting (30 minutes) ⑥ End

[Kyoto Arashiyama] Popular among women! Traditional craft handmade accessory experience - Hairpin, earrings, and earring making (60 minutes)

Tsumugu Studio Arashiyama Store
Arashiyama, Sagano, Takao

This plan does not support English.

Perfect as a souvenir! Experience making your own original accessories ♪ Come and easily make your own Kyoto accessories at this popular spot that everyone will feel is "Kyoto-esque!"

[Kyoto, Ukyo] One-hour flower arrangement experience without bringing anything ★ Arranged flowers will be a gift ★ Beginners and solo visitors welcome, elementary school students can participate (basic flower arrangement experience)

Sato Flower Arrangement and Sencha Tea Club
Arashiyama, Sagano, Takao

This plan does not support English.

This plan allows you to experience ikebana in Saga, Kyoto for one hour! You can take home the flowers you have arranged. In ikebana, you decide the flower shape you want to arrange and choose a vase that matches that shape. You will be taught the basics of ikebana, such as how to hold scissors, how to cut, and how to insert. It is easily accessible, just a 7-minute walk from JR Saga-Arashiyama Station! Even if you are alone, you can participate.

[Kyoto Arashiyama] A popular photo tour taken by a professional photographer

Kyoto Movies & Photos
Arashiyama, Sagano, Takao
7,700 Yen ~ (tax included)

A professional photographer will take high-quality photos at the two major sightseeing spots in Arashiyama (Togetsukyo Bridge or Bamboo Forest). Please choose your favorite course (Togetsukyo Bridge Course or Bamboo Forest Course). Friends, family, couples, etc. will be photographed so that everyone can be in the photo♪ Kimono or yukata ◎ Casual clothes are also acceptable ◎ Meet at Arashiyama Station

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Learn how to get to Arashiyama and access it to ensure an efficient sightseeing experience!

How to get from Kyoto Station to Arashiyama JR (Train) Bus Taxi Fare Time Comparison Bamboo Forest Path Kimono Yukata Woman Toi Group Japan Co., Ltd.

There are plenty of scenic tourist spots Kyoto Arashiyama .

Kyoto Station from Plenty of transportation options in, Relatively easy to access So it's a place you'll want to visit at least once.

This time, we introduced Access to Arashiyama from JR Kyoto Station With reference to Please travel efficiently hey.
We also recommend joining a tour!

*The content of this article is current as of July 2024.

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