What is the cheapest way to get from Inari (Station) to Kinkaku-ji?

The cheapest way to get from Inari (Station) to Kinkaku-ji is to drive which costs ¥190 - ¥290 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Inari (Station) to Kinkaku-ji?

The fastest way to get from Inari (Station) to Kinkaku-ji is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs ¥4400 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct bus between Inari (Station) and Kinkaku-ji?

No, there is no direct bus from Inari (Station) station to Kinkaku-ji. However, there are services departing from Kyoto Station and arriving at Kinkakuji Michi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Inari (Station) to Kinkaku-ji?

The distance between Inari (Station) and Kinkaku-ji is 14 km. The road distance is 11.4 km.

How do I travel from Inari (Station) to Kinkaku-ji without a car?

The best way to get from Inari (Station) to Kinkaku-ji without a car is to train and line 205 bus which takes 39 min and costs ¥450 - ¥600.

How long does it take to get from Inari (Station) to Kinkaku-ji?

It takes approximately 39 min to get from Inari (Station) to Kinkaku-ji, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inari (Station) to Kinkaku-ji bus from?

Inari (Station) to Kinkaku-ji bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Kyoto Station.

Where does the Inari (Station) to Kinkaku-ji bus arrive?

Inari (Station) to Kinkaku-ji bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Kinkakuji Michi station.

Can I drive from Inari (Station) to Kinkaku-ji?

Yes, the driving distance between Inari (Station) to Kinkaku-ji is 11 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Inari (Station) to Kinkaku-ji.

Where can I stay near Kinkaku-ji?

There are 3745+ hotels available in Kinkaku-ji.

Inari (Station) to Kinkaku-ji - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 205 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Inari (Station) to Kinkaku-ji by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, line 205 bus
best
1. Take the train from Inari to Kyōtotrain
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Emmachitrain
3. Take the bus from Nishinokyo Enmachi to Waratenjin-maebus 205
39 min
¥453–559
Drive 11.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Inari (Station) to Kinkaku-jicar 11.4 km
15 min
¥198–286
Line 205 bus
1. Take the bus from Kyoto Station to Kinkakuji Michibus 205
49 min
¥323–359
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Inari (Station) to Kinkaku-jitaxi 11.4 km
15 min
¥4,400–5,500

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Distance: 13.7 km
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Inari (Station), Japan and Kinkaku-ji, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Kyoto Station to Kinkakuji Michi every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 37 min.

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