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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Kennin-ji is to line 203 bus which costs ¥230 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Kennin-ji is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs ¥1900 - ¥2400.

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto and Kennin-ji?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nishinokyo Enmachi and arriving at Shijo Keihan Mae. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Kyoto to Kennin-ji?

The distance between Kyoto and Kennin-ji is 3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Kennin-ji without a car is to subway and line 203 bus which takes 21 min and costs ¥430 - ¥470.

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

It takes approximately 21 min to get from Kyoto to Kennin-ji, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Kennin-ji bus from?

Kyoto to Kennin-ji bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Nishinokyo Enmachi station.

Where does the Kyoto to Kennin-ji bus arrive?

Kyoto to Kennin-ji bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Shijo Keihan Mae station.

Where can I stay near Kennin-ji?

There are 3743+ hotels available in Kennin-ji.

Kyoto to Kennin-ji - 4 ways to travel via subway, line 203 bus, taxi, and foot

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There are 4 ways to get from Kyoto to Kennin-ji 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 Shijo Keihan Maebus 203
21 min
¥438–467
Line 203 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nishinokyo Enmachi to Shijo Keihan Maebus 203
28 min
¥230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Kennin-jitaxi 4.2 km
6 min
¥1,900–2,400
Walk
1. Take the foot from Kyoto to Kennin-jiwalk 3.9 km
46 min

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Distance: 3.4 km
Duration: 21 min

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

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Nishinokyo Enmachi to Shijo Keihan Mae every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 23 min.

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