What is the cheapest way to get from Katata Station to Kinkaku-ji?

The cheapest way to get from Katata Station to Kinkaku-ji is to drive which costs ¥500 - ¥750 and takes 38 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Katata Station to Kinkaku-ji?

The fastest way to get from Katata Station to Kinkaku-ji is to taxi which takes 38 min and costs ¥10000 - ¥13000.

Is there a direct train between Katata Station and Kinkaku-ji?

No, there is no direct train from Katata Station to Kinkaku-ji. However, there are services departing from Katata and arriving at Nishiojioike via Yamashina. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Katata Station to Kinkaku-ji?

The distance between Katata Station and Kinkaku-ji is 33 km. The road distance is 29.1 km.

How do I travel from Katata Station to Kinkaku-ji without a car?

The best way to get from Katata Station to Kinkaku-ji without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 7m and costs ¥800 - ¥1000.

How long does it take to get from Katata Station to Kinkaku-ji?

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Katata Station to Kinkaku-ji, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Katata Station to Kinkaku-ji train from?

Katata Station to Kinkaku-ji train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Katata station.

Where does the Katata Station to Kinkaku-ji train arrive?

Katata Station to Kinkaku-ji train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Yamashina station.

Can I drive from Katata Station to Kinkaku-ji?

Yes, the driving distance between Katata Station to Kinkaku-ji is 29 km. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Katata Station to Kinkaku-ji.

Where can I stay near Kinkaku-ji?

There are 3749+ hotels available in Kinkaku-ji.

Katata Station to Kinkaku-ji - 3 ways to travel via train, subway, taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Katata Station to Kinkaku-ji by train, subway, taxi, or car

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Katata to Yamashinatrain [23032] JR Kosei / ...
2. Take the subway from Yamashina to Nishiojioikesubway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai
1h 7m
¥798–967
Drive 29.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Katata Station to Kinkaku-jicar 29.1 km
38 min
¥504–728
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Katata Station to Kinkaku-jitaxi 29.1 km
38 min
¥10,000–13,000

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Distance: 33 km
Duration: 1h 7m

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

There is no direct connection from Katata Station to Kinkaku-ji. However, you can take the train to Yamashina, walk to Yamashina, take the subway to Nishiojioike, walk to Nishioji Oike, take the line 205 bus to Waratenjin-mae, then walk to Kinkaku-ji. Alternatively, you can then take the taxi to Kinkaku-ji.

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