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How to get fromKinkaku-ji to Nara-shiby bus, train, car, or taxi

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

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  1. Line 205 bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Kinkakuji Michi to Kyoto Stationbus bus 205
    2. Take the train from Kyōto to Naratrain train D: Nara Line Local / ...
    1h 51m
    ¥880–1,180

  2. Line 205 bus, train via Yamato-Saidaiji

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Kinkakuji Michi to Toji Michibus bus 205
    2. Take the train from Toji to Yamato-Saidaijitrain train B: Kyoto Line Express / ...
    2h 5m
    ¥780–930

  3. Drive 45.7 km

    1. Drive from Kinkaku-ji to Nara-shicar car 45.7 km
    47 min
    ¥791–1,143

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Kinkaku-ji to Nara-shitaxi taxi 45.7 km
    47 min
    ¥17,000–21,000

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  • Distance: 55.7 km
  • Duration: 1h 51m

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

There is no direct connection from Kinkaku-ji to Nara-shi. However, you can walk to Kinkakuji Michi, take the line 205 bus to Kyoto Station, walk to Kyōto, then take the train to Nara. Alternatively, you can drive from Kinkaku-ji to Nara-shi in around 47 min.

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