What is the cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Daikaku-ji?

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Daikaku-ji is to train which costs ¥110 - ¥170 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kyoto to Daikaku-ji?

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Daikaku-ji is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs ¥3300 - ¥4100.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Daikaku-ji?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Emmachi and arriving at Saga-Arashiyama. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

How far is it from Kyoto to Daikaku-ji?

The distance between Kyoto and Daikaku-ji is 6 km.

How do I travel from Kyoto to Daikaku-ji without a car?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Daikaku-ji without a car is to train which takes 22 min and costs ¥110 - ¥170.

How long does it take to get from Kyoto to Daikaku-ji?

The train from Emmachi to Saga-Arashiyama takes 7 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Daikaku-ji train from?

Kyoto to Daikaku-ji train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Emmachi station.

Where does the Kyoto to Daikaku-ji train arrive?

Kyoto to Daikaku-ji train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Saga-Arashiyama station.

Where can I stay near Daikaku-ji?

There are 3768+ hotels available in Daikaku-ji.

Kyoto to Daikaku-ji - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, and foot

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There are 4 ways to get from Kyoto to Daikaku-ji by train, taxi, or foot

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Emmachi to Saga-Arashiyamatrain Sagano Line Local / ...
22 min
¥110–170
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Daikaku-jitaxi 8.3 km
12 min
¥3,300–4,100
Walk
1. Take the foot from Kyoto to Daikaku-jiwalk 8.1 km
1h 36m
Train via Kyōto
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Saga-Arashiyamatrain Sagano Line Local / ...
28 min
¥200–290

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Distance: 5.8 km
Duration: 22 min

What companies run services between Kyoto, Japan and Daikaku-ji, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Emmachi to Saga-Arashiyama every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥110–170 and the journey takes 7 min.

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