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

The cheapest way to get from Kiyomizu-dera to Ryōan-ji is to drive which costs ¥160 - ¥250 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kiyomizu-dera to Ryōan-ji is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs ¥3800 - ¥4600.

Is there a direct bus between Kiyomizu-dera and Ryōan-ji?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gion and arriving at Kitano Hakubaicho. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

Is there a direct train between Kiyomizu-dera and Ryōan-ji?

No, there is no direct train from Kiyomizu-dera to Ryōan-ji. However, there are services departing from Keage and arriving at Hanazono via Nijō. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Kiyomizu-dera to Ryōan-ji?

The distance between Kiyomizu-dera and Ryōan-ji is 11 km. The road distance is 9.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kiyomizu-dera to Ryōan-ji without a car is to line 203 bus which takes 1h 11m and costs ¥230.

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

The line 203 bus from Gion to Kitano Hakubaicho takes 28 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Kiyomizu-dera to Ryōan-ji bus arrive?

Kiyomizu-dera to Ryōan-ji bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Kitano Hakubaicho station.

Where does the Kiyomizu-dera to Ryōan-ji train arrive?

Kiyomizu-dera to Ryōan-ji train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, arrive at Nijo(Kyoto) station.

Can I drive from Kiyomizu-dera to Ryōan-ji?

Yes, the driving distance between Kiyomizu-dera to Ryōan-ji is 10 km. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Kiyomizu-dera to Ryōan-ji.

Where can I stay near Ryōan-ji?

There are 3748+ hotels available in Ryōan-ji.

Kiyomizu-dera to Ryōan-ji - 4 ways to travel via line 203 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kiyomizu-dera to Ryōan-ji by bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Line 203 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Gion to Kitano Hakubaichobus 203
1h 11m
¥230
Drive 9.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kiyomizu-dera to Ryōan-jicar 9.6 km
16 min
¥167–241
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kiyomizu-dera to Ryōan-jitaxi 9.6 km
16 min
¥3,800–4,600
Subway
1. Take the subway from Keage to Nijo(Kyoto)subway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
1h 27m
¥318–395

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Distance: 11.5 km
Duration: 1h 11m

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

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Gion to Kitano Hakubaicho every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, Kyoto City Subway operates a subway from Keage to Nijo(Kyoto) every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230–270 and the journey takes 11 min.

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