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

The cheapest way to get from Kinkaku-ji to Arashiyama is to line 205 bus which costs ¥431 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kinkaku-ji to Arashiyama is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs ¥3100 - ¥3700.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Kinkaku-ji to Arashiyama. However, there are services departing from Kinkakuji Michi and arriving at Nishioji Sanjo via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Kinkaku-ji to Arashiyama?

The distance between Kinkaku-ji and Arashiyama is 21 km.

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

The best way to get from Kinkaku-ji to Arashiyama without a car is to line 205 bus and subway and train which takes 57 min and costs ¥650 - ¥850.

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

It takes approximately 57 min to get from Kinkaku-ji to Arashiyama, including transfers.

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

Kinkaku-ji to Arashiyama bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Kinkakuji Michi station.

Where does the Kinkaku-ji to Arashiyama bus arrive?

Kinkaku-ji to Arashiyama bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Nishioji Sanjo station.

Where can I stay near Arashiyama?

There are 3772+ hotels available in Arashiyama.

Kinkaku-ji to Arashiyama - 4 ways to travel via train, line 205 bus, and subway

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There are 4 ways to get from Kinkaku-ji to Arashiyama by bus, subway, train, taxi, or foot

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Line 205 bus, subway, train
best
1. Take the bus from Kinkakuji Michi to Kitaoji Bus Terminalbus 205
2. Take the subway from Kitaoji to Kyotosubway
3. Take the train from Kyōto to Saga-Arashiyamatrain
57 min
¥670–810
Line 205 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kinkakuji Michi to Nishioji Sanjobus 205
1h 48m
¥431
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kinkaku-ji to Arashiyamataxi 7.5 km
9 min
¥3,100–3,700
Walk
1. Take the walk from Kinkaku-ji to Arashiyamawalk 7.4 km
1h 28m

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Distance: 21 km
Duration: 57 min

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

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Kinkakuji Michi to Nishioji Sanjo every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 1h 16m.

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