What is the cheapest way to get from Higashiyama-ku to Ginkaku-ji?

The cheapest way to get from Higashiyama-ku to Ginkaku-ji is to line 203 bus which costs ¥230 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Higashiyama-ku to Ginkaku-ji?

The fastest way to get from Higashiyama-ku to Ginkaku-ji is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs ¥2000 - ¥2500.

Is there a direct bus between Higashiyama-ku and Ginkaku-ji?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gion and arriving at Kinrin Shako-mae. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Higashiyama-ku to Ginkaku-ji?

The distance between Higashiyama-ku and Ginkaku-ji is 4 km.

How do I travel from Higashiyama-ku to Ginkaku-ji without a car?

The best way to get from Higashiyama-ku to Ginkaku-ji without a car is to line 203 bus which takes 27 min and costs ¥230.

How long does it take to get from Higashiyama-ku to Ginkaku-ji?

The line 203 bus from Gion to Kinrin Shako-mae takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Higashiyama-ku to Ginkaku-ji bus from?

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

Where does the Higashiyama-ku to Ginkaku-ji bus arrive?

Higashiyama-ku to Ginkaku-ji bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Kinrin Shako-mae station.

Where can I stay near Ginkaku-ji?

There are 3748+ hotels available in Ginkaku-ji.

Higashiyama-ku to Ginkaku-ji - 4 ways to travel via line 203 bus, taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Higashiyama-ku to Ginkaku-ji by bus, taxi, or foot

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Distance: 4.3 km
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan and Ginkaku-ji, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Gion to Kinrin Shako-mae every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 13 min.

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