What is the cheapest way to get from Ginkakuji Temple to Higashiyama-ku?

The cheapest way to get from Ginkakuji Temple to Higashiyama-ku is to line 17 bus which costs ¥230 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ginkakuji Temple to Higashiyama-ku?

The fastest way to get from Ginkakuji Temple to Higashiyama-ku is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs ¥2100 - ¥2600.

Is there a direct bus between Ginkakuji Temple and Higashiyama-ku?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ginkakuji Michi and arriving at Shijo Kawaramachi. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from Ginkakuji Temple to Higashiyama-ku?

The distance between Ginkakuji Temple and Higashiyama-ku is 6 km.

How do I travel from Ginkakuji Temple to Higashiyama-ku without a car?

The best way to get from Ginkakuji Temple to Higashiyama-ku without a car is to line 17 bus which takes 19 min and costs ¥230.

How long does it take to get from Ginkakuji Temple to Higashiyama-ku?

The line 17 bus from Ginkakuji Michi to Shijo Kawaramachi takes 19 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ginkakuji Temple to Higashiyama-ku bus from?

Ginkakuji Temple to Higashiyama-ku bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Ginkakuji Michi station.

Where does the Ginkakuji Temple to Higashiyama-ku bus arrive?

Ginkakuji Temple to Higashiyama-ku bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Shijo Kawaramachi station.

Where can I stay near Higashiyama-ku?

There are 3748+ hotels available in Higashiyama-ku.

Ginkakuji Temple to Higashiyama-ku - 5 ways to travel via line 17 bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Ginkakuji Temple to Higashiyama-ku by bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 17 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ginkakuji Michi to Shijo Kawaramachibus 17
19 min
¥230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ginkakuji Temple to Higashiyama-kutaxi 4.7 km
6 min
¥2,100–2,600
Walk
1. Take the walk from Ginkakuji Temple to Higashiyama-kuwalk 3.9 km
47 min
Line 203 bus
1. Take the bus from Kinrin Shako-mae to Gionbus 203
21 min
¥230
Line 17 bus, line 203 bus
1. Take the bus from Ginkakuji Michi to Kinrin Shako-maebus 17
2. Take the bus from Kinrin Shako-mae to Gionbus 203
23 min

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Distance: 5.6 km
Duration: 19 min

What companies run services between Ginkakuji Temple, Japan and Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Ginkakuji Michi to Shijo Kawaramachi every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 19 min.

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