What is the cheapest way to get from Kimono Forest to Kinkaku-ji?

The cheapest way to get from Kimono Forest to Kinkaku-ji is to train and line 205 bus which costs ¥340 - ¥400 and takes 32 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kimono Forest to Kinkaku-ji?

The fastest way to get from Kimono Forest to Kinkaku-ji is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs ¥3100 - ¥3800.

Is there a direct train between Kimono Forest and Kinkaku-ji?

No, there is no direct train from Kimono Forest to Kinkaku-ji. However, there are services departing from Arashiyama(Tramway) and arriving at Tojiin Ritsumeikan University via Katabiranotsuji. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Kimono Forest to Kinkaku-ji?

The distance between Kimono Forest and Kinkaku-ji is 10 km.

How do I travel from Kimono Forest to Kinkaku-ji without a car?

The best way to get from Kimono Forest to Kinkaku-ji without a car is to train and line 205 bus which takes 32 min and costs ¥340 - ¥400.

How long does it take to get from Kimono Forest to Kinkaku-ji?

It takes approximately 32 min to get from Kimono Forest to Kinkaku-ji, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kimono Forest to Kinkaku-ji train from?

Kimono Forest to Kinkaku-ji train services, operated by Keifuku Electric Railroad, depart from Arashiyama(Tramway) station.

Where does the Kimono Forest to Kinkaku-ji train arrive?

Kimono Forest to Kinkaku-ji train services, operated by Keifuku Electric Railroad, arrive at Katabiranotsuji station.

Where can I stay near Kinkaku-ji?

There are 3749+ hotels available in Kinkaku-ji.

Kimono Forest to Kinkaku-ji - 5 ways to travel via train, line 205 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Kimono Forest to Kinkaku-ji by train, bus, taxi, or foot

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Train, line 205 bus
best
1. Take the train from Saga-Arashiyama to Emmachitrain Sagano Line Local / ...
2. Take the bus from Nishinokyo Enmachi to Kinkakuji Michibus 205
32 min
¥346–391
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kimono Forest to Kinkaku-jitaxi 7.7 km
10 min
¥3,100–3,800
Walk
1. Take the walk from Kimono Forest to Kinkaku-jiwalk 7.2 km
1h 27m
Train, line 205 bus via Nishiojisanjo
1. Take the train from Arashiyama(Tramway) to Nishiojisanjotrain [165977] Randen Arashiyama / ...
2. Take the bus from Nishioji Sanjo to Kinkakuji Michibus 205
41 min
¥431
Train
1. Take the train from Arashiyama(Tramway) to Katabiranotsujitrain [165977] Randen Arashiyama / ...
2. Take the train from Katabiranotsuji to Tojiin Ritsumeikan Universitytrain [166250] Randen Kitano
50 min

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Distance: 10.1 km
Duration: 32 min

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

You can take a vehicle from Kimono Forest to Kinkaku-ji via Arashiyama(Tramway), Katabiranotsuji, and Tojiin Ritsumeikan University in around 50 min.

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