What is the cheapest way to get from Kamakura to Kiyomizu-dera?

The cheapest way to get from Kamakura to Kiyomizu-dera is to drive which costs ¥7000 - ¥11000 and takes 5h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kamakura to Kiyomizu-dera?

The fastest way to get from Kamakura to Kiyomizu-dera is to drive which takes 5h 2m and costs ¥7000 - ¥11000.

Is there a direct bus between Kamakura and Kiyomizu-dera?

No, there is no direct bus from Kamakura station to Kiyomizu-dera. However, there are services departing from Yokohama Station YCAT and arriving at Kawaramachi Gojo via Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Kamakura and Kiyomizu-dera?

No, there is no direct train from Kamakura to Kiyomizu-dera. However, there are services departing from 鎌倉 Kamakura and arriving at Kyoto via 横浜 Yokohama and Shin Yokohama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Kamakura to Kiyomizu-dera?

The distance between Kamakura and Kiyomizu-dera is 484 km. The road distance is 415.4 km.

How do I travel from Kamakura to Kiyomizu-dera without a car?

The best way to get from Kamakura to Kiyomizu-dera without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Kamakura to Kiyomizu-dera?

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Kamakura to Kiyomizu-dera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kamakura to Kiyomizu-dera bus from?

Kamakura to Kiyomizu-dera bus services, operated by Willer Express, depart from Yokohama Station YCAT.

Where do I catch the Kamakura to Kiyomizu-dera train from?

Kamakura to Kiyomizu-dera train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Shin Yokohama station.

Train or bus from Kamakura to Kiyomizu-dera?

The best way to get from Kamakura to Kiyomizu-dera is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2500 - ¥15000 and takes 8h 23m.

Where does the Kamakura to Kiyomizu-dera bus arrive?

Kamakura to Kiyomizu-dera bus services, operated by Willer Express, arrive at Kyoto Station Hachijo Guchi.

Where does the Kamakura to Kiyomizu-dera train arrive?

Kamakura to Kiyomizu-dera train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyoto station.

Can I drive from Kamakura to Kiyomizu-dera?

Yes, the driving distance between Kamakura to Kiyomizu-dera is 415 km. It takes approximately 5h 2m to drive from Kamakura to Kiyomizu-dera.

Where can I stay near Kiyomizu-dera?

There are 3747+ hotels available in Kiyomizu-dera.

Kamakura to Kiyomizu-dera - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Kamakura to Kiyomizu-dera by train, bus, night bus, car, tram, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shin Yokohama to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
3h 58m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Yokohama Station YCAT to Kyoto Station Hachijo Guchibus Jx225
8h 23m
¥2,520–14,563
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Kamakura Station to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchinightbus
10h 16m
¥7,230–9,260
Drive 415.4 km
1. Drive from Kamakura to Kiyomizu-deracar 415.4 km
5h 2m
¥7,207–10,409
Tram, train, line 205 bus
1. Take the tram from 和田塚 Wadazuka to 藤沢 Fujisawatram En
2. Take the train from 藤沢 Fujisawa to 小田原 Odawaratrain Jt
3. Take the train from Odawara to Kyototrain
4. Take the bus from Kyoto Station to Kawaramachi Matsubarabus 205
6h 54m
Train to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport, train
1. Take the train from 鎌倉 Kamakura to Yokohamatrain
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane HND - ITM
3. Take the train from Minamiibaraki to Kyouto Kawaramachitrain
5h 2m
¥13,970–22,563
Train to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Kobe, train
1. Take the train from 鎌倉 Kamakura to Yokohamatrain
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB)plane HND - UKB
3. Take the train from Sannomiya to Juusantrain
4. Take the train from Juusan to Kyouto Kawaramachitrain
5h 59m
¥12,160–30,863
Train to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, train
1. Take the train from 鎌倉 Kamakura to Yokohamatrain
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)plane HND - NGO
3. Take the train from Nagoya to Kyototrain
5h 17m
Train, train to Narita International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport
1. Take the train from 鎌倉 Kamakura to Tōkyō Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to 空港第2ビル Narita Airport Terminal 2·3train
3. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane NRT - ITM
6h 22m
¥17,719–35,638

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) flights

217Weekly Planes

1h 9mAverage Duration

¥12,151Cheapest Price

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Distance: 484.5 km
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Kamakura, Japan and Kiyomizu-dera, Kyoto, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shin Yokohama to Kyoto hourly, and the journey takes 2h 17m. Alternatively, Willer Express operates a bus from Yokohama Station YCAT to Kyoto Station Hachijo Guchi once daily. Tickets cost ¥2,100–14,000 and the journey takes 6h 10m.

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