What is the cheapest way to get from Arashiyama to Kitano Tenmangū?

The cheapest way to get from Arashiyama to Kitano Tenmangū is to train via Saga-Arashiyama which costs ¥110 - ¥170 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Arashiyama to Kitano Tenmangū?

The fastest way to get from Arashiyama to Kitano Tenmangū is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs ¥3000 - ¥3700.

Is there a direct train between Arashiyama and Kitano Tenmangū?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Katabiranotsuji and arriving at Kitanohakubaicho. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Arashiyama to Kitano Tenmangū?

The distance between Arashiyama and Kitano Tenmangū is 8 km.

How do I travel from Arashiyama to Kitano Tenmangū without a car?

The best way to get from Arashiyama to Kitano Tenmangū without a car is to train and line 205 bus which takes 20 min and costs ¥340 - ¥400.

How long does it take to get from Arashiyama to Kitano Tenmangū?

It takes approximately 20 min to get from Arashiyama to Kitano Tenmangū, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arashiyama to Kitano Tenmangū train from?

Arashiyama to Kitano Tenmangū train services, operated by Keifuku Electric Railroad, depart from Katabiranotsuji station.

Where does the Arashiyama to Kitano Tenmangū train arrive?

Arashiyama to Kitano Tenmangū train services, operated by Keifuku Electric Railroad, arrive at Kitanohakubaicho station.

Where can I stay near Kitano Tenmangū?

There are 3745+ hotels available in Kitano Tenmangū.

Arashiyama to Kitano Tenmangū - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 205 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Arashiyama to Kitano Tenmangū by train, bus, taxi, or foot

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Train, line 205 bus
best
1. Take the train from Saga-Arashiyama to Emmachitrain Sagano Line Local / ...
2. Take the bus from Nishinokyo Enmachi to Kinugasako-Maebus 205
20 min
¥346–391
Train via Saga-Arashiyama
cheapest
1. Take the train from Saga-Arashiyama to Emmachitrain Sagano Line Local / ...
27 min
¥110–170
Train
1. Take the train from Katabiranotsuji to Kitanohakubaichotrain [166250] Randen Kitano
20 min
¥250
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Arashiyama to Kitano Tenmangūtaxi 7.3 km
9 min
¥3,000–3,700
Walk
1. Take the walk from Arashiyama to Kitano Tenmangūwalk 6.9 km
1h 23m

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Distance: 7.6 km
Duration: 20 min

What companies run services between Arashiyama, Japan and Kitano Tenmangū, Japan?

Keifuku Electric Railroad operates a train from Katabiranotsuji to Kitanohakubaicho every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥250 and the journey takes 11 min.

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