How to Get from Kyoto Station to Gion-Shijo Station

JR + Keihan Line・Kyoto City Bus・Taxi

How Far Is It from Kyoto Station to Gion-Shijo Station? How to Get from Kyoto Station to Gion-Shijo Station?

The distance from Kyoto Station to Gion-Shijo Station is approximately 3.2 km. The most popular public transit option is taking the JR Nara Line to Tofukuji and transferring to the Keihan Main Line, taking about 15m.

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Fastest Rail

JR + Keihan Line

Transfer · 15m

¥330
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Cheapest/Direct

Kyoto City Bus

Direct · 17m

¥230
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Door-to-Door

Taxi

Direct · 10m

¥1,500
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Kyoto Station → Gion-Shijo Station(JR + Keihan Line)

Compare Prices to Get from Kyoto Station to Gion-Shijo Station

Operators Price Duration Routes Features
JR Nara Line + Keihan Main Line ¥330 15m Kyoto Station -> Tofukuji Station -> Gion-Shijo Station Fast transfer High frequency Avoids road traffic
Kyoto City Bus (Route 206) ¥230 17m Kyoto Station (Bus Terminal) -> Shijo Keihan-mae Direct connection No transfers required Scenic street views
Standard Taxi ¥1,500 10m Kyoto Station North Exit -> Gion-Shijo Station Area Direct door-to-door Luggage friendly Available 24/7

Compare Operators Between Kyoto Station and Gion-Shijo Station

Train
JR

JR Nara Line

Departure: Kyoto Station
Arrival: Tofukuji Station
Duration: 15m
Price: ¥150
Keihan

Keihan Main Line

Departure: Tofukuji Station
Arrival: Gion-Shijo Station
Duration: 15m
Price: ¥180

Kyoto Station to Gion-Shijo Station Travel Tips

Avoid Bus Traffic Delays

Kyoto City Buses can experience severe traffic congestion during peak tourist seasons and afternoon rush hours. Trains are significantly more reliable for time-sensitive travel.

Exact Fare or IC Card

Prepare an IC card (ICOCA, Suica) or exact change (¥230) when boarding Kyoto City Buses, as change machines are available on board but can slow down boarding.

Walking Option

If the weather is pleasant, walking from Kyoto Station to Gion-Shijo takes roughly 35-40 minutes and offers a great opportunity to explore traditional shopping streets along the way.

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Gion
Kyoto
| 0.06km from city center
Gion/Kiyomizu Temple
Kyoto
| 0.08km from city center

Gion Shijo Hotel is centrally located in Kyoto, a 5-minute walk from Kawaramachi Street and 9 minutes by foot from Nishiki Market. This hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Kiyomizu Temple and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Kyoto Imperial Palace.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and an elevator.

Make yourself at home in one of the 14 guestrooms featuring microwaves. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access is available. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature bidets and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided on request.

Gion/Kiyomizu Temple
Kyoto
| 0.13km from city center

With a stay at KABIN Minamiza in Kyoto (Gion), you'll be steps from Shijo Street and 4 minutes by foot from Pontocho Alley. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Gion Corner and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Yasaka Jinja.

Take advantage of convenient amenities, including complimentary wireless internet access, a microwave, and a laundry room.

Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and multilingual staff.

Stay in one of 10 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.

All rooms feature Valpas smart bed legs, ensuring a safe and bedbug-free stay.

Gion/Kiyomizu Temple
Kyoto
| 0.13km from city center

With a stay at Laon Inn Gion Nawate, you'll be centrally located in Kyoto, steps from Shijo Street and 10 minutes by foot from Nishiki Market. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Pontocho Alley and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Gion Corner.

Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a vending machine.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage.

Make yourself at home in one of the 40 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your memory foam bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads.

Kawaramachi
Kyoto
| 0.15km from city center

Opened June 2025. Central Kyoto. All rooms over 50 m2, with kitchen and washing machine.

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