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

The cheapest way to get from Kinkaku-ji to Tenryū-ji is to line 203 bus and train which costs ¥340 - ¥400 and takes 53 min.

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

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from Kinkaku-ji to Tenryū-ji. However, there are services departing from Kinkakuji Michi and arriving at Nishioji Sanjo via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Kinkaku-ji and Tenryū-ji?

No, there is no direct train from Kinkaku-ji to Tenryū-ji. However, there are services departing from Tojiin Ritsumeikan University and arriving at Arashiyama(Tramway) via Katabiranotsuji. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 57 min.

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

The distance between Kinkaku-ji and Tenryū-ji is 8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kinkaku-ji to Tenryū-ji without a car is to line 203 bus and train which takes 53 min and costs ¥340 - ¥400.

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

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Kinkaku-ji to Tenryū-ji, including transfers.

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

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

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

Kinkaku-ji to Tenryū-ji train services, operated by Keifuku Electric Railroad, depart from Tojiin Ritsumeikan University station.

Train or bus from Kinkaku-ji to Tenryū-ji?

The best way to get from Kinkaku-ji to Tenryū-ji is to line 205 bus which takes 1h 53m and costs ¥431. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 57 min.

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

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

Where does the Kinkaku-ji to Tenryū-ji train arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Tenryū-ji?

There are 3775+ hotels available in Tenryū-ji.

Kinkaku-ji to Tenryū-ji - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 203 bus

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

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Line 203 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Kitano Hakubaicho to Nishinokyo Enmachibus 203
2. Take the train from Emmachi to Saga-Arashiyamatrain Sagano Line Local / ...
53 min
¥340–400
Line 205 bus
1. Take the bus from Kinkakuji Michi to Nishioji Sanjobus 205
1h 53m
¥431
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kinkaku-ji to Tenryū-jitaxi 7.6 km
10 min
¥3,100–3,800
Walk
1. Take the walk from Kinkaku-ji to Tenryū-jiwalk 7.6 km
1h 31m
Train
1. Take the train from Tojiin Ritsumeikan University to Katabiranotsujitrain [166148] Randen Kitano
2. Take the train from Katabiranotsuji to Arashiyama(Tramway)train [165821] Randen Arashiyama / ...
57 min

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Distance: 8.3 km
Duration: 53 min

What companies run services between Kinkaku-ji, Japan and Tenryū-ji, 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. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kinkaku-ji to Tenryū-ji via Tojiin Ritsumeikan University, Katabiranotsuji, and Arashiyama(Tramway) in around 57 min.

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