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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Kiyomizu-dera is to train which costs ¥300 - ¥410 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Kiyomizu-dera is to taxi which takes 8 min and costs ¥2400 - ¥2900.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Kiyomizu-dera?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto to Kiyomizu-dera. However, there are services departing from Kyōto and arriving at Kiyomizu-Gojo via Tofukuji. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Kyoto to Kiyomizu-dera?

The distance between Kyoto and Kiyomizu-dera is 5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Kiyomizu-dera without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs ¥300 - ¥410.

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

It takes approximately 34 min to get from Kyoto to Kiyomizu-dera, including transfers.

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

Kyoto to Kiyomizu-dera train services, operated by Keihan Electric Railway, depart from Tofukuji station.

Where does the Kyoto to Kiyomizu-dera train arrive?

Kyoto to Kiyomizu-dera train services, operated by Keihan Electric Railway, arrive at Kiyomizu-Gojo station.

Where can I stay near Kiyomizu-dera?

There are 3742+ hotels available in Kiyomizu-dera.

Kyoto to Kiyomizu-dera - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, and foot

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There are 3 ways to get from Kyoto to Kiyomizu-dera by train, taxi, or foot

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Train
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1. Take the train from Tofukuji to Kiyomizu-Gojotrain Keihan Main Line / ...
34 min
¥309–406
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Kiyomizu-derataxi 5.5 km
8 min
¥2,400–2,900
Walk
1. Take the foot from Kyoto to Kiyomizu-derawalk 5.5 km
1h 6m

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Distance: 4.9 km
Duration: 34 min

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

Keihan Electric Railway operates a train from Tofukuji to Kiyomizu-Gojo every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥240–310 and the journey takes 3 min.

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