What is the cheapest way to get from Byōdō-in to Nijō Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Byōdō-in to Nijō Castle is to drive which costs ¥320 - ¥470 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Byōdō-in to Nijō Castle?

The fastest way to get from Byōdō-in to Nijō Castle is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs ¥6500 - ¥8500.

Is there a direct train between Byōdō-in and Nijō Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Byōdō-in to Nijō Castle. However, there are services departing from Uji and arriving at Nijojomae via Rokujizo(Subway). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Byōdō-in to Nijō Castle?

The distance between Byōdō-in and Nijō Castle is 21 km. The road distance is 18.5 km.

How do I travel from Byōdō-in to Nijō Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Byōdō-in to Nijō Castle without a car is to train and subway via Uji which takes 57 min and costs ¥420 - ¥550.

How long does it take to get from Byōdō-in to Nijō Castle?

It takes approximately 57 min to get from Byōdō-in to Nijō Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Byōdō-in to Nijō Castle train from?

Byōdō-in to Nijō Castle train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Uji station.

Where does the Byōdō-in to Nijō Castle train arrive?

Byōdō-in to Nijō Castle train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Rokujizō station.

Can I drive from Byōdō-in to Nijō Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Byōdō-in to Nijō Castle is 19 km. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Byōdō-in to Nijō Castle.

Where can I stay near Nijō Castle?

There are 3752+ hotels available in Nijō Castle.

Byōdō-in to Nijō Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Byōdō-in to Nijō Castle by train, subway, taxi, or car

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Train, subway via Uji
best
1. Take the train from Uji to Rokujizōtrain D: Nara Line Local / ...
2. Take the subway from Rokujizo(Subway) to Nijojomaesubway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai
57 min
¥427–527
Drive 18.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Byōdō-in to Nijō Castlecar 18.5 km
23 min
¥322–465
Train
1. Take the train from Uji to Kyōtotrain D: Nara Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Nijōtrain Sagano Line Local / ...
1h 2m
¥380–534
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Byōdō-in to Nijō Castletaxi 18.5 km
23 min
¥6,500–8,500
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Uji(Keihan) to Rokujizo(Keihan)train [97982] Keihan Uji
2. Take the subway from Rokujizo(Subway) to Nijojomaesubway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai
1h 5m
¥560–668

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Distance: 21.3 km
Duration: 57 min

What companies run services between Byōdō-in, Japan and Nijō Castle, Japan?

You can take a vehicle from Byōdō-in to Nijō Castle via Uji, Kyōto, and Nijō in around 1h 2m.

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