What is the cheapest way to get from Golden Temple to Kyoto?

The cheapest way to get from Golden Temple to Kyoto is to line 205 bus which costs ¥230 and takes 28 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Golden Temple to Kyoto?

The fastest way to get from Golden Temple to Kyoto is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs ¥1900 - ¥2300.

Is there a direct bus between Golden Temple and Kyoto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kinkakuji Michi and arriving at Furitsui-Idai Hospital. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Golden Temple to Kyoto?

The distance between Golden Temple and Kyoto is 8 km.

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

The best way to get from Golden Temple to Kyoto without a car is to line 205 bus which takes 28 min and costs ¥230.

How long does it take to get from Golden Temple to Kyoto?

The line 205 bus from Kinkakuji Michi to Furitsui-Idai Hospital takes 21 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Golden Temple to Kyoto bus from?

Golden Temple to Kyoto bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Kinkakuji Michi station.

Where does the Golden Temple to Kyoto bus arrive?

Golden Temple to Kyoto bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Furitsui-Idai Hospital station.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3741+ hotels available in Kyoto.

Golden Temple to Kyoto - 4 ways to travel via line 205 bus, subway, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Golden Temple to Kyoto by bus, subway, taxi, or foot

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Line 205 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kinkakuji Michi to Furitsui-Idai Hospitalbus 205
28 min
¥230
Line 205 bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Kinkakuji Michi to Kitaoji Bus Terminalbus 205
2. Take the subway from Kitaoji to Marutamachisubway K: Karasuma
28 min
¥450–490
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Golden Temple to Kyototaxi 4.1 km
6 min
¥1,900–2,300
Walk
1. Take the foot from Golden Temple to Kyotowalk 4 km
47 min

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Distance: 8.3 km
Duration: 28 min

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

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Kinkakuji Michi to Furitsui-Idai Hospital every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 21 min.

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