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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kyoto Tower to Kinkaku-Ji

Composite routes from Kyoto Tower to Kinkaku-Ji

Other
11 min
Car
8 km.
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31 min
Bicycle
8 km.
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28 min
Train, Bus
6 km.
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Transport providers

Train operators

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
0570-00-2486
Website:
jr-odekake.net/
Train from Kyōto to Emmachi
Ave. Duration:
6 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes

Bus operators

Kyoto City Bus

Phone:
0570‐666‐846
Website:
www2.city.kyoto.lg.jp/kotsu/busdia/keitou/keitou.htm
Bus from Nishinokyo Enmachi to Kinkakuji
Ave. Duration:
8 min
Frequency:
Every 5 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.74
Bus from Karasuma Nanajo to Kinkakuji
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
Every 5 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.74
Bus from Kyoto Station to Kinkakuji
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Every 5 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.74

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto Tower to Kinkaku-ji is to line 205 bus via Karasuma Nanajo which costs $1.49 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto Tower to Kinkaku-ji is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $21.74 - $27.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto Tower and Kinkaku-ji?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Karasuma Nanajo and arriving at Kinkakuji Temple. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Kyoto Tower to Kinkaku-ji?

The distance between Kyoto Tower and Kinkaku-ji is 10 km.

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

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

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

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

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

Kyoto Tower to Kinkaku-ji bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Karasuma Nanajo station.

Where does the Kyoto Tower to Kinkaku-ji bus arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Kinkaku-ji?

There are 2836+ hotels available in Kinkaku-ji. Prices start at $26.72 per night.
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