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

The cheapest way to get from Kinkaku-ji to Daitoku-ji is to line 205 bus which costs ¥230 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kinkaku-ji to Daitoku-ji is to taxi which takes 3 min and costs ¥1200 - ¥1600.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kinkakuji Michi and arriving at Kenkun Shrine. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3 min.

How far is it from Kinkaku-ji to Daitoku-ji?

The distance between Kinkaku-ji and Daitoku-ji is 3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kinkaku-ji to Daitoku-ji without a car is to line 205 bus which takes 15 min and costs ¥230.

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

The line 205 bus from Kinkakuji Michi to Kenkun Shrine takes 3 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

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

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

Where does the Kinkaku-ji to Daitoku-ji bus arrive?

Kinkaku-ji to Daitoku-ji bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Kenkun Shrine station.

Where can I stay near Daitoku-ji?

There are 3752+ hotels available in Daitoku-ji.

Kinkaku-ji to Daitoku-ji - 3 ways to travel via line 205 bus, taxi, and foot

How to get fromKinkaku-ji to Daitoku-ji

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 3 ways to get from Kinkaku-ji to Daitoku-ji by bus, taxi, or foot

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 205 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kinkakuji Michi to Kenkun Shrinebus 205
15 min
¥230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kinkaku-ji to Daitoku-jitaxi 2.2 km
3 min
¥1,200–1,600
Walk
1. Take the walk from Kinkaku-ji to Daitoku-jiwalk 2.1 km
24 min

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kinkaku-ji to Daitoku-ji.

Launch map view

Distance: 2.5 km
Duration: 15 min

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

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Kinkakuji Michi to Kenkun Shrine every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 3 min.

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around Japan

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.