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

The cheapest way to get from Gion to Daitoku-ji is to line 205 bus which costs ¥230 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gion to Daitoku-ji is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs ¥2900 - ¥3500.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shijo Kawaramachi and arriving at Kenkun Shrine. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Gion and Daitoku-ji?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shijo and arriving at Kitaoji. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

How far is it from Gion to Daitoku-ji?

The distance between Gion and Daitoku-ji is 6 km.

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

The best way to get from Gion to Daitoku-ji without a car is to subway which takes 26 min and costs ¥230 - ¥270.

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

The subway from Shijo to Kitaoji takes 9 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

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

Where do I catch the Gion to Daitoku-ji train from?

Gion to Daitoku-ji train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, depart from Shijo station.

Where does the Gion to Daitoku-ji bus arrive?

Gion to Daitoku-ji bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Nishioji Oike station.

Where does the Gion to Daitoku-ji train arrive?

Gion to Daitoku-ji train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, arrive at Kitaoji station.

Where can I stay near Daitoku-ji?

There are 3743+ hotels available in Daitoku-ji.

Gion to Daitoku-ji - 5 ways to travel via subway, line 203 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Gion to Daitoku-ji by subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Shijo to Kitaojisubway K: Karasuma
26 min
¥230–270
Line 203 bus, line 205 bus
1. Take the bus from Gion to Nishioji Oikebus 203
2. Take the bus from Nishioji Oike to Kenkun Shrinebus 205
44 min
¥460
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gion to Daitoku-jitaxi 7 km
10 min
¥2,900–3,500
Walk
1. Take the foot from Gion to Daitoku-jiwalk 6.7 km
1h 20m
Line 205 bus
1. Take the bus from Shijo Kawaramachi to Kenkun Shrinebus 205
1h 8m
¥230

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Distance: 6.1 km
Duration: 26 min

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

Kyoto City Subway operates a subway from Shijo to Kitaoji every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230–270 and the journey takes 9 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gion to Daitoku-ji via Nishioji Oike and Kenkun Shrine in around 44 min.

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