What is the cheapest way to get from Golden Temple to Bamboo Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Golden Temple to Bamboo Forest is to train which costs ¥340 - ¥400 and takes 1h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Golden Temple to Bamboo Forest?

The fastest way to get from Golden Temple to Bamboo Forest is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs ¥3400 - ¥4100.

Is there a direct train between Golden Temple and Bamboo Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Golden Temple to Bamboo Forest. However, there are services departing from Emmachi and arriving at Saga-Arashiyama via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Golden Temple to Bamboo Forest?

The distance between Golden Temple and Bamboo Forest is 11 km.

How do I travel from Golden Temple to Bamboo Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Golden Temple to Bamboo Forest without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs ¥340 - ¥400.

How long does it take to get from Golden Temple to Bamboo Forest?

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Golden Temple to Bamboo Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Golden Temple to Bamboo Forest train from?

Golden Temple to Bamboo Forest train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Emmachi station.

Where does the Golden Temple to Bamboo Forest train arrive?

Golden Temple to Bamboo Forest train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Saga-Arashiyama station.

Where can I stay near Bamboo Forest?

There are 3775+ hotels available in Bamboo Forest.

Golden Temple to Bamboo Forest - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 205 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Golden Temple to Bamboo Forest by train, bus, taxi, or foot

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1. Take the train from Emmachi to Saga-Arashiyamatrain Sagano Line Local / ...
1h 25m
¥340–400
Line 205 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kinkakuji Michi to Nishioji Sanjobus 205
2. Take the train from Nishiojisanjo to Arashiyama(Tramway)train [165821] Randen Arashiyama / ...
2h 24m
¥431
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Golden Temple to Bamboo Foresttaxi 8.4 km
13 min
¥3,400–4,100
Walk
1. Take the walk from Golden Temple to Bamboo Forestwalk 10.2 km
2h 3m
Train via Katabiranotsuji
1. Take the train from Tojiin Ritsumeikan University to Katabiranotsujitrain [166148] Randen Kitano
2. Take the train from Katabiranotsuji to Arashiyama(Tramway)train [165821] Randen Arashiyama / ...
1h 27m

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Distance: 11 km
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Golden Temple, Japan and Bamboo Forest, Kyoto, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Emmachi to Saga-Arashiyama every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥110–170 and the journey takes 7 min.

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