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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Gion to Kinkaku-Ji

Composite routes from Gion to Kinkaku-Ji

Other
10 min
Car
8 km.
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31 min
Bicycle
7 km.
Select a ticket
28 min
Train, Bus
4 km.
from $3.91
40 min
4 km.
from $4.57

Transport providers

Train operators

Hankyu Railway

Phone:
0570-089-500
Website:
hankyu.co.jp/global/en/
Train from Kyoto-kawaramachi to Saiin
Ave. Duration:
4 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$1.52

Bus operators

Kyoto City Bus

Phone:
0570‐666‐846
Website:
www2.city.kyoto.lg.jp/kotsu/busdia/keitou/keitou.htm
Bus from Nishioji Shijo to Kinkakuji
Ave. Duration:
15 min
Frequency:
Every 5 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.78
Bus from Shijo Kawaramachi to Kinkakuji
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Every 5 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.78
Bus from Gion to Nishioji
Ave. Duration:
19 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.78
Bus from Nishioji Sanjo to Kinkakuji
Ave. Duration:
12 min
Frequency:
Every 5 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.78

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Gion to Kinkaku-ji?

The cheapest way to get from Gion to Kinkaku-ji is to line 205 bus which costs $1.52 and takes 38 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Gion to Kinkaku-ji?

The fastest way to get from Gion to Kinkaku-ji is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs $21.74 - $26.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Gion and Kinkaku-ji?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shijo Kawaramachi and arriving at Kinkakuji Temple. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Gion to Kinkaku-ji?

The distance between Gion and Kinkaku-ji is 10 km.

How do I travel from Gion to Kinkaku-ji without a car?

The best way to get from Gion to Kinkaku-ji without a car is to train and line 205 bus which takes 28 min and costs $2.50 - $2.83 .

How long does it take to get from Gion to Kinkaku-ji?

It takes approximately 28 min to get from Gion to Kinkaku-ji, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gion to Kinkaku-ji bus from?

Gion to Kinkaku-ji bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Shijo Kawaramachi station.

Where does the Gion to Kinkaku-ji bus arrive?

Gion to Kinkaku-ji bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Kinkakuji Temple station.

Where can I stay near Kinkaku-ji?

There are 2798+ hotels available in Kinkaku-ji. Prices start at $27.27 per night.
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