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How to get fromIbaraki to Kinkaku-jiby train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Ibaraki to Kinkaku-ji by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train, line 205 bus

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    1. Take the train from Ibaragishi to Hankyuusaiin Ekitrain train Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
    2. Take the bus from Nishioji Shijo to Kinkakuji Michibus bus 205
    1h 6m
    ¥538–609

  2. Drive 33.6 km

    1. Drive from Ibaraki to Kinkaku-jicar car 33.6 km
    40 min
    ¥582–841

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Ibaraki to Kinkaku-jitaxi taxi 33.6 km
    40 min
    ¥12,000–16,000

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  • Distance: 36.6 km
  • Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Ibaraki, Japan and Kinkaku-ji, Japan?

There is no direct connection from Ibaraki to Kinkaku-ji. However, you can take the train to Hankyuusaiin Eki, walk to Nishioji Shijo, take the line 205 bus to Kinkakuji Michi, then walk to Kinkaku-ji. Alternatively, you can drive from Ibaraki to Kinkaku-ji in around 40 min.

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