What is the cheapest way to get from Ginkakuji Temple to Chion-in?

The cheapest way to get from Ginkakuji Temple to Chion-in is to line 203 bus which costs ¥230 and takes 1h.

What is the fastest way to get from Ginkakuji Temple to Chion-in?

The fastest way to get from Ginkakuji Temple to Chion-in is to taxi which takes 4 min and costs ¥1500 - ¥1900.

Is there a direct bus between Ginkakuji Temple and Chion-in?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ginkakuji Temple and arriving at Gion. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Ginkakuji Temple to Chion-in?

The distance between Ginkakuji Temple and Chion-in is 7 km.

How do I travel from Ginkakuji Temple to Chion-in without a car?

The best way to get from Ginkakuji Temple to Chion-in without a car is to line 17 bus and subway which takes 31 min and costs ¥420 - ¥470.

How long does it take to get from Ginkakuji Temple to Chion-in?

It takes approximately 31 min to get from Ginkakuji Temple to Chion-in, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ginkakuji Temple to Chion-in bus from?

Ginkakuji Temple to Chion-in bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Ginkakuji Temple station.

Where does the Ginkakuji Temple to Chion-in bus arrive?

Ginkakuji Temple to Chion-in bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Gion station.

Where can I stay near Chion-in?

There are 3747+ hotels available in Chion-in.

Ginkakuji Temple to Chion-in - 4 ways to travel via line 17 bus, and subway

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There are 4 ways to get from Ginkakuji Temple to Chion-in by bus, subway, taxi, or foot

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Line 17 bus, subway
best
1. Take the bus from Ginkakuji Michi to Kawaramachi Sanjobus 17
2. Take the subway from Kyotoshiyakushomae to Higashiyama(Kyoto)subway [142350] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
31 min
¥428–468
Line 203 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ginkakuji Temple to Gionbus 203
1h
¥230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ginkakuji Temple to Chion-intaxi 3 km
4 min
¥1,500–1,900
Walk
1. Take the walk from Ginkakuji Temple to Chion-inwalk 3 km
35 min

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Distance: 6.7 km
Duration: 31 min

What companies run services between Ginkakuji Temple, Japan and Chion-in, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Ginkakuji Temple to Gion every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 50 min.

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