What is the cheapest way to get from Kiyomizu-dera to Arashiyama?

The cheapest way to get from Kiyomizu-dera to Arashiyama is to line 203 bus which costs ¥230 and takes 42 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kiyomizu-dera to Arashiyama?

The fastest way to get from Kiyomizu-dera to Arashiyama is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs ¥4400 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct bus between Kiyomizu-dera and Arashiyama?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gion and arriving at Nishioji Oike. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

Is there a direct train between Kiyomizu-dera and Arashiyama?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Keage and arriving at Uzumasatenjingawa. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Kiyomizu-dera to Arashiyama?

The distance between Kiyomizu-dera and Arashiyama is 7 km. The road distance is 11.2 km.

How do I travel from Kiyomizu-dera to Arashiyama without a car?

The best way to get from Kiyomizu-dera to Arashiyama without a car is to line 203 bus which takes 42 min and costs ¥230.

How long does it take to get from Kiyomizu-dera to Arashiyama?

The line 203 bus from Gion to Nishioji Oike takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Kiyomizu-dera to Arashiyama bus from?

Kiyomizu-dera to Arashiyama bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Gion station.

Where do I catch the Kiyomizu-dera to Arashiyama train from?

Kiyomizu-dera to Arashiyama train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, depart from Keage station.

Where does the Kiyomizu-dera to Arashiyama bus arrive?

Kiyomizu-dera to Arashiyama bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Nishioji Oike station.

Where does the Kiyomizu-dera to Arashiyama train arrive?

Kiyomizu-dera to Arashiyama train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, arrive at Uzumasatenjingawa station.

Can I drive from Kiyomizu-dera to Arashiyama?

Yes, the driving distance between Kiyomizu-dera to Arashiyama is 11 km. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Kiyomizu-dera to Arashiyama.

Where can I stay near Arashiyama?

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Kiyomizu-dera to Arashiyama - 6 ways to travel via train, line 203 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Kiyomizu-dera to Arashiyama by bus, taxi, car, subway, or train

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Line 203 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Gion to Nishioji Oikebus 203
42 min
¥230
Drive 11.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kiyomizu-dera to Arashiyamacar 11.2 km
16 min
¥194–280
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kiyomizu-dera to Arashiyamataxi 11.2 km
16 min
¥4,400–5,500
Subway
1. Take the subway from Keage to Uzumasatenjingawasubway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
53 min
¥250–290
Line 203 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gion to Shijo Omiyabus 203
2. Take the train from Shijoomiya to Arashiyama(Tramway)train [165821] Randen Arashiyama
1h 2m
¥480
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Keage to Nijo(Kyoto)subway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
2. Take the train from Nijō to Saga-Arashiyamatrain Sagano Line Local / ...
1h 5m
¥363–465

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Distance: 7.4 km
Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between Kiyomizu-dera, Kyoto, Japan and Arashiyama, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Gion to Nishioji Oike every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, Kyoto City Subway operates a subway from Keage to Uzumasatenjingawa every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥250–290 and the journey takes 16 min.

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