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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Kōdai-ji is to subway and line 203 bus which costs ¥430 - ¥470 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Kōdai-ji is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs ¥2200 - ¥2700.

How far is it from Kyoto to Kōdai-ji?

The distance between Kyoto and Kōdai-ji is 4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Kōdai-ji without a car is to subway and line 203 bus which takes 27 min and costs ¥430 - ¥470.

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

It takes approximately 27 min to get from Kyoto to Kōdai-ji, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Kōdai-ji?

There are 3748+ hotels available in Kōdai-ji.

Kyoto to Kōdai-ji - 3 ways to travel via subway, line 203 bus, taxi, and foot

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There are 3 ways to get from Kyoto to Kōdai-ji by subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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Subway, line 203 bus
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1. Take the subway from Marutamachi to Shijosubway K: Karasuma
2. Take the bus from Shijo Karasuma to Gionbus 203
27 min
¥438–467
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Kōdai-jitaxi 5 km
7 min
¥2,200–2,700
Walk
1. Take the walk from Kyoto to Kōdai-jiwalk 4.5 km
55 min

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Distance: 4.2 km
Duration: 27 min

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

There is no direct connection from Kyoto to Kōdai-ji. However, you can take the subway to Shijo, walk to Shijo Karasuma, take the line 203 bus to Gion, then walk to Kōdai-ji. Alternatively, you can then take the taxi to Kōdai-ji.

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