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How to get fromArashiyama to Katsuō-jiby train, taxi, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Arashiyama to Katsuō-ji by train, taxi, or car

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  1. Train, taxi

    best
    1. Take the train from Kyōto to Ibarakitrain train JR Kyoto Line / ...
    2. Take the taxi from Ibaraki to Katsuō-jitaxi taxi
    1h 15m
    ¥5,664–7,433

  2. Drive 40.1 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Arashiyama to Katsuō-jicar car 40.1 km
    42 min
    ¥695–1,003

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Arashiyama to Katsuō-jitaxi taxi 40.1 km
    42 min
    ¥15,000–18,000

  4. Train, taxi via Hankyuusaiin Eki

    1. Take the train from Arashiyama(Tramway) to Saitrain train
    2. Take the train from Hankyuusaiin Eki to Ibaragishitrain train
    3. Take the taxi from Ibaragishi to Katsuō-jitaxi taxi
    1h 18m
    ¥6,023–7,603

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  • Distance: 51.9 km
  • Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Arashiyama, Japan and Katsuō-ji, Japan?

There is no direct connection from Arashiyama to Katsuō-ji. However, you can take the train to Kyōto, take the train to Ibaraki, then take the taxi to Katsuō-ji. Alternatively, you can drive from Arashiyama to Katsuō-ji in around 42 min.

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