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

The cheapest way to get from Kiyomizu-dera to Tenryū-ji is to drive which costs ¥200 - ¥290 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kiyomizu-dera to Tenryū-ji is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs ¥4500 - ¥5500.

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

No, there is no direct train from Kiyomizu-dera to Tenryū-ji. However, there are services departing from Kyouto Kawaramachi and arriving at Arashiyama(Tramway) via Sai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

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

The distance between Kiyomizu-dera and Tenryū-ji is 12 km. The road distance is 11.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kiyomizu-dera to Tenryū-ji without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs ¥390 - ¥430.

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

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from Kiyomizu-dera to Tenryū-ji, including transfers.

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

Kiyomizu-dera to Tenryū-ji train services, operated by Hankyu Railway, depart from Kyouto Kawaramachi station.

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

Kiyomizu-dera to Tenryū-ji train services, operated by Hankyu Railway, arrive at Hankyuusaiin Eki station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Kiyomizu-dera to Tenryū-ji is 12 km. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Kiyomizu-dera to Tenryū-ji.

Where can I stay near Tenryū-ji?

There are 3770+ hotels available in Tenryū-ji.

Kiyomizu-dera to Tenryū-ji - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyouto Kawaramachi to Hankyuusaiin Ekitrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
2. Take the train from Sai to Arashiyama(Tramway)train [165821] Randen Arashiyama / ...
1h 5m
¥390–429
Drive 11.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kiyomizu-dera to Tenryū-jicar 11.6 km
17 min
¥201–290
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kiyomizu-dera to Tenryū-jitaxi 11.6 km
17 min
¥4,500–5,500
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 8m
¥480
Line 203 bus, train via Nishinokyo Enmachi
1. Take the bus from Gion to Nishinokyo Enmachibus 203
2. Take the train from Emmachi to Saga-Arashiyamatrain Sagano Line Local / ...
1h 14m
¥340–400
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 17m
¥363–465

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Distance: 12.2 km
Duration: 1h 5m

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

You can take a vehicle from Kiyomizu-dera to Tenryū-ji via Kyouto Kawaramachi, Hankyuusaiin Eki, Sai, and Arashiyama(Tramway) in around 1h 5m.

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