What is the cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Heian Shrine?

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Heian Shrine is to line 203 bus which costs ¥230 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kyoto to Heian Shrine?

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Heian Shrine is to taxi which takes 4 min and costs ¥1500 - ¥1900.

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto and Heian Shrine?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nishinokyo Enmachi and arriving at Kumano Jinja Mae. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Kyoto to Heian Shrine?

The distance between Kyoto and Heian Shrine is 6 km.

How do I travel from Kyoto to Heian Shrine without a car?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Heian Shrine without a car is to subway and line 203 bus which takes 34 min and costs ¥430 - ¥470.

How long does it take to get from Kyoto to Heian Shrine?

It takes approximately 34 min to get from Kyoto to Heian Shrine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Heian Shrine bus from?

Kyoto to Heian Shrine bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Nishinokyo Enmachi station.

Where does the Kyoto to Heian Shrine bus arrive?

Kyoto to Heian Shrine bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Kumano Jinja Mae station.

Where can I stay near Heian Shrine?

There are 3743+ hotels available in Heian Shrine.

Kyoto to Heian Shrine - 4 ways to travel via subway, line 203 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Kyoto to Heian Shrine by subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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Subway, line 203 bus
best
1. Take the subway from Marutamachi to Shijosubway K: Karasuma
2. Take the bus from Shijo Karasuma to Kumano Jinja Maebus 203
34 min
¥438–467
Line 203 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nishinokyo Enmachi to Kumano Jinja Maebus 203
41 min
¥230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Heian Shrinetaxi 3 km
4 min
¥1,500–1,900
Walk
1. Take the foot from Kyoto to Heian Shrinewalk 3.6 km
42 min

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Distance: 5.8 km
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Kyoto, Japan and Heian Shrine, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Nishinokyo Enmachi to Kumano Jinja Mae every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 31 min.

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