How to Get from Kyoto Station to Emmachi Station

JR Sagano Line・Kyoto City Bus・Taxi

How Far Is It from Kyoto Station to Emmachi Station? How to Get from Kyoto Station to Emmachi Station?

The distance from Kyoto Station to Emmachi Station is approximately 6 km. The fastest and most efficient option is the JR Sagano Line, which takes about 6–9 minutes. Multiple train departures are available throughout the day, providing a direct connection between the two stations.

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Fastest

JR Sagano Line

Direct · 6m - 9m

¥130 - ¥190
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Budget

Kyoto City Bus

Direct · 27m - 42m

¥230
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Comfortable

Taxi

Direct · 7m - 10m

¥2,400 - ¥2,900
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Kyoto Station → Emmachi Station(JR Sagano Line)

Compare Prices to Get from Kyoto Station to Emmachi Station

Operators Price Duration Routes Features
JR Sagano Line (Local/Rapid) ¥130 - ¥190 6m - 9m Kyoto Station -> Emmachi Station High frequency Direct route Elevated station
Kyoto City Bus (Line 205) ¥230 27m - 42m Kyoto Station -> Nishinokyo Enmachi Sightseeing Frequent departures Wheelchair accessible
Taxi ¥2,400 - ¥2,900 7m - 10m Kyoto Station -> Emmachi Station Door-to-door Private Flexible schedule

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JR

JR West Sagano Line

Departure: Kyoto Station
Arrival: Emmachi Station
Duration: 6m - 9m
Price: ¥130 - ¥190

Kyoto Station to Emmachi Station Travel Tips

Use IC Cards

Utilize rechargeable IC cards like ICOCA or Suica for seamless payment on both JR trains and Kyoto City buses.

Train Efficiency

The JR Sagano Line is significantly faster than the bus, which can be delayed by city traffic. Prefer the train for time-sensitive travel.

Bus Flat Fare

Kyoto City buses generally have a flat fare of ¥230 for adults within the city center, making it a predictable budget option.

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Nijo Castle
Kyoto
| 0.16km from city center

With a stay at Hotel Excellence Enmachi Ekimae in Kyoto (Central Kyoto), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Nijō Castle and Shijo Street. This hotel is 10.9 mi (17.6 km) from Lake Biwa and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Kawaramachi Street.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and a vending machine.

Make yourself at home in one of the 102 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms have slippers and toilets with an electronic bidet.

Nijo Castle
Kyoto
| 0.3km from city center

With a stay at Another Sky kyoto Nijojo in Kyoto (Central Kyoto), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Nijō Castle and Shijo Street. This hotel is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Kawaramachi Street and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Nishiki Market.

Make yourself at home in one of the 13 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.

Kawaramachi/Karasuma/Omiya
Kyoto
| 0.37km from city center

Located in Kyoto's Nakagyo Ward, YUESHIAN offers a great stay experience for those traveling for fun or business.

Kawaramachi/Karasuma/Omiya
Kyoto
| 0.41km from city center
Nijo Castle
Kyoto
| 0.43km from city center

The Nakamuraya Kyoto Enmachi Sakura provides a great place for travelers to relax after a busy day. The Nakamuraya Kyoto Enmachi Sakura offers a pleasant stay in Kyoto for those traveling for business or leisure.

The hotel is conveniently located a short 700m drive from EMMACHI STATION. Being just minutes away from Nishiōji Oike Metro Station allows guests to explore the city with ease. This hotel is located near many of Kyoto's attractions including Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, Seimei Shrine and Nijō Castle.

After a long day of sightseeing, guests can retire to the comfort of the hotel. This Kyoto hotel provides parking on site.

Emmachi Station
Transport Hub

Emmachi Station

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