What is the cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Kyoto City Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Kyoto City Zoo is to line 203 bus which costs ¥230 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kyoto to Kyoto City Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Kyoto City Zoo is to taxi which takes 5 min and costs ¥1800 - ¥2200.

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto and Kyoto City Zoo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shijo Nakashinmichi and arriving at Okazaki Jinja Mae. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Kyoto City Zoo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nijojomae and arriving at Higashiyama(Kyoto). Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

How far is it from Kyoto to Kyoto City Zoo?

The distance between Kyoto and Kyoto City Zoo is 4 km.

How do I travel from Kyoto to Kyoto City Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Kyoto City Zoo without a car is to subway which takes 18 min and costs ¥210 - ¥250.

How long does it take to get from Kyoto to Kyoto City Zoo?

The subway from Nijojomae to Higashiyama(Kyoto) takes 7 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Kyoto City Zoo bus from?

Kyoto to Kyoto City Zoo bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Shijo Nakashinmichi station.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Kyoto City Zoo train from?

Kyoto to Kyoto City Zoo train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, depart from Nijojomae station.

Where does the Kyoto to Kyoto City Zoo bus arrive?

Kyoto to Kyoto City Zoo bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Okazaki Jinja Mae station.

Where does the Kyoto to Kyoto City Zoo train arrive?

Kyoto to Kyoto City Zoo train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, arrive at Higashiyama(Kyoto) station.

Where can I stay near Kyoto City Zoo?

There are 3748+ hotels available in Kyoto City Zoo.

Kyoto to Kyoto City Zoo - 4 ways to travel via subway, line 203 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Kyoto to Kyoto City Zoo by subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Nijojomae to Higashiyama(Kyoto)subway [142350] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
18 min
¥210–250
Line 203 bus
1. Take the bus from Shijo Nakashinmichi to Okazaki Jinja Maebus 203
34 min
¥230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Kyoto City Zootaxi 3.8 km
5 min
¥1,800–2,200
Walk
1. Take the walk from Kyoto to Kyoto City Zoowalk 3.8 km
45 min

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Distance: 3.7 km
Duration: 18 min

What companies run services between Kyoto, Japan and Kyoto City Zoo, Japan?

Kyoto City Subway operates a subway from Nijojomae to Higashiyama(Kyoto) every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥210–250 and the journey takes 7 min. Alternatively, Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Shijo Nakashinmichi to Okazaki Jinja Mae every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 24 min.

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