What is the cheapest way to get from Ginkakuji Temple to Ryōan-ji?

The cheapest way to get from Ginkakuji Temple to Ryōan-ji is to line 203 bus via Ryoanji which costs ¥230 and takes 42 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ginkakuji Temple to Ryōan-ji?

The fastest way to get from Ginkakuji Temple to Ryōan-ji is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs ¥3000 - ¥3600.

Is there a direct bus between Ginkakuji Temple and Ryōan-ji?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ginkakuji Temple and arriving at Kitano Hakubaicho. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Ginkakuji Temple to Ryōan-ji?

The distance between Ginkakuji Temple and Ryōan-ji is 7 km.

How do I travel from Ginkakuji Temple to Ryōan-ji without a car?

The best way to get from Ginkakuji Temple to Ryōan-ji without a car is to line 203 bus via Ryoanji which takes 42 min and costs ¥230.

How long does it take to get from Ginkakuji Temple to Ryōan-ji?

It takes approximately 42 min to get from Ginkakuji Temple to Ryōan-ji, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ginkakuji Temple to Ryōan-ji bus from?

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

Where does the Ginkakuji Temple to Ryōan-ji bus arrive?

Ginkakuji Temple to Ryōan-ji bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Kitano Hakubaicho station.

Where can I stay near Ryōan-ji?

There are 3752+ hotels available in Ryōan-ji.

Ginkakuji Temple to Ryōan-ji - 4 ways to travel via line 203 bus, taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Ginkakuji Temple to Ryōan-ji by bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 203 bus via Ryoanji
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1. Take the bus from Ginkakuji Temple to Kitano Hakubaichobus 203
42 min
¥230
Line 203 bus
1. Take the bus from Ginkakuji Temple to Kitano Hakubaichobus 203
44 min
¥230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ginkakuji Temple to Ryōan-jitaxi 7.3 km
11 min
¥3,000–3,600
Walk
1. Take the walk from Ginkakuji Temple to Ryōan-jiwalk 7.5 km
1h 29m

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Distance: 7.5 km
Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between Ginkakuji Temple, Japan and Ryōan-ji, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Ginkakuji Temple to Kitano Hakubaicho every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 22 min.

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