What is the cheapest way to get from Karasuma to Ryōan-ji?

The cheapest way to get from Karasuma to Ryōan-ji is to line 203 bus via Ryoanji which costs ¥230 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Karasuma to Ryōan-ji?

The fastest way to get from Karasuma to Ryōan-ji is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs ¥2800 - ¥3400.

Is there a direct bus between Karasuma and Ryōan-ji?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shijo Karasuma and arriving at Kitano Hakubaicho. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

Is there a direct train between Karasuma and Ryōan-ji?

No, there is no direct train from Karasuma to Ryōan-ji. However, there are services departing from Shijo and arriving at Hanazono via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from Karasuma to Ryōan-ji?

The distance between Karasuma and Ryōan-ji is 8 km.

How do I travel from Karasuma to Ryōan-ji without a car?

The best way to get from Karasuma to Ryōan-ji without a car is to line 203 bus via Ryoanji which takes 41 min and costs ¥230.

How long does it take to get from Karasuma to Ryōan-ji?

It takes approximately 41 min to get from Karasuma to Ryōan-ji, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karasuma to Ryōan-ji bus from?

Karasuma to Ryōan-ji bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Shijo Karasuma station.

Where do I catch the Karasuma to Ryōan-ji train from?

Karasuma to Ryōan-ji train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, depart from Shijo station.

Where does the Karasuma to Ryōan-ji bus arrive?

Karasuma to Ryōan-ji bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Kitano Hakubaicho station.

Where does the Karasuma to Ryōan-ji train arrive?

Karasuma to Ryōan-ji train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, arrive at Kyoto station.

Where can I stay near Ryōan-ji?

There are 3749+ hotels available in Ryōan-ji.

Karasuma to Ryōan-ji - 5 ways to travel via train, line 203 bus, taxi, and foot

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There are 5 ways to get from Karasuma to Ryōan-ji by bus, taxi, foot, subway, or train

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Line 203 bus via Ryoanji
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1. Take the bus from Shijo Karasuma to Kitano Hakubaichobus 203
41 min
¥230
Line 203 bus
1. Take the bus from Shijo Karasuma to Kitano Hakubaichobus 203
43 min
¥230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Karasuma to Ryōan-jitaxi 6.7 km
9 min
¥2,800–3,400
Walk
1. Take the walk from Karasuma to Ryōan-jiwalk 6.6 km
1h 18m
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Shijo to Kyotosubway K: Karasuma
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Hanazonotrain Sagano Line Local
48 min
¥362–461

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Distance: 8 km
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between Karasuma, Japan and Ryōan-ji, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Shijo Karasuma to Kitano Hakubaicho every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 21 min.

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