What is the cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Philosopher's Walk?

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Philosopher's Walk is to line 203 bus which costs ¥230 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kyoto to Philosopher's Walk?

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Philosopher's Walk is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs ¥2200 - ¥2700.

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto and Philosopher's Walk?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Karasuma Imadegawa and arriving at Jodoji. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

How far is it from Kyoto to Philosopher's Walk?

The distance between Kyoto and Philosopher's Walk is 5 km.

How do I travel from Kyoto to Philosopher's Walk without a car?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Philosopher's Walk without a car is to line 203 bus which takes 17 min and costs ¥230.

How long does it take to get from Kyoto to Philosopher's Walk?

The line 203 bus from Karasuma Imadegawa to Jodoji takes 12 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Philosopher's Walk bus from?

Kyoto to Philosopher's Walk bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Karasuma Imadegawa station.

Where does the Kyoto to Philosopher's Walk bus arrive?

Kyoto to Philosopher's Walk bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Jodoji station.

Where can I stay near Philosopher's Walk?

There are 3729+ hotels available in Philosopher's Walk.

Kyoto to Philosopher's Walk - 4 ways to travel via line 203 bus, taxi, and foot

How to get fromKyoto to Philosopher's Walk

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Kyoto to Philosopher's Walk by bus, taxi, or foot

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 203 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Karasuma Imadegawa to Jodojibus 203
17 min
¥230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Philosopher's Walktaxi 5 km
6 min
¥2,200–2,700
Walk
1. Take the foot from Kyoto to Philosopher's Walkwalk 4.6 km
55 min
Line 17 bus
1. Take the bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Jodojibus 17
35 min
¥230

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kyoto to Philosopher's Walk.

Launch map view

Distance: 5 km
Duration: 17 min

What companies run services between Kyoto, Japan and Philosopher's Walk, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Karasuma Imadegawa to Jodoji every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 12 min.

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around Japan

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.