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

The cheapest way to get from Kinkaku-ji to Amanohashidate is to drive which costs ¥1800 - ¥2700 and takes 1h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kinkaku-ji to Amanohashidate is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs ¥1800 - ¥2700.

Is there a direct bus between Kinkaku-ji and Amanohashidate?

No, there is no direct bus from Kinkaku-ji to Amanohashidate station. However, there are services departing from Kinkakuji Michi and arriving at Amanohashidate Station via Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Kinkaku-ji to Amanohashidate?

The distance between Kinkaku-ji and Amanohashidate is 156 km. The road distance is 107.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kinkaku-ji to Amanohashidate without a car is to line 205 bus and train which takes 4h 28m and costs ¥2000 - ¥2900.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Kinkaku-ji to Amanohashidate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kinkaku-ji to Amanohashidate bus from?

Kinkaku-ji to Amanohashidate bus services, operated by Tango Kairiku Kotsu Tankai, depart from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi.

Where does the Kinkaku-ji to Amanohashidate bus arrive?

Kinkaku-ji to Amanohashidate bus services, operated by Tango Kairiku Kotsu Tankai, arrive at Amanohashidate Station.

Can I drive from Kinkaku-ji to Amanohashidate?

Yes, the driving distance between Kinkaku-ji to Amanohashidate is 107 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Kinkaku-ji to Amanohashidate.

Where can I stay near Amanohashidate?

There are 162+ hotels available in Amanohashidate.

Kinkaku-ji to Amanohashidate - 4 ways to travel via train, line 205 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Kinkaku-ji to Amanohashidate by bus, train, or car

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Line 205 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Kinkakuji Michi to Kyoto Stationbus 205
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Amanohashidatetrain Hashidate
4h 28m
¥2,030–2,830
Drive 107.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kinkaku-ji to Amanohashidatecar 107.2 km
1h 45m
¥1,865–2,693
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Amanohashidate Stationbus
4h 37m
¥3,730
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Nishimaizuru-ekibus
2. Take the train from Nishimaizuru to Amanohashidatetrain [166386] Kyoto Tango Railway Miyamai/Miyatoyo / ...
5h 5m
¥3,280–3,430

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Distance: 155.8 km
Duration: 4h 28m

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

Tango Kairiku Kotsu Tankai operates a bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Amanohashidate Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥3,500 and the journey takes 2h 32m.

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