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

The cheapest way to get from Daitoku-ji to Kinkaku-ji is to bus which costs ¥230 and takes 1h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Daitoku-ji to Kinkaku-ji is to taxi which takes 3 min and costs ¥1200 - ¥1600.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Daitokuji Temple and arriving at Kinkakuji Michi. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Daitoku-ji to Kinkaku-ji?

The distance between Daitoku-ji and Kinkaku-ji is 44 km.

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

The best way to get from Daitoku-ji to Kinkaku-ji without a car is to bus which takes 1h 38m and costs ¥230.

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

The bus from Daitokuji Temple to Kinkakuji Michi takes 1h 27m including transfers and departs every five minutes.

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

Daitoku-ji to Kinkaku-ji bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Daitokuji Temple station.

Where does the Daitoku-ji to Kinkaku-ji bus arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Kinkaku-ji?

There are 3752+ hotels available in Kinkaku-ji.

Daitoku-ji to Kinkaku-ji - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and foot

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Distance: 44.1 km
Duration: 1h 38m

What companies run services between Daitoku-ji, Japan and Kinkaku-ji, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Daitokuji Temple to Kinkakuji Michi every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 1h 27m.

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