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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Tenryū-ji is to train which costs ¥110 - ¥170 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Tenryū-ji is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs ¥3400 - ¥4100.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Tenryū-ji?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Emmachi and arriving at Saga-Arashiyama. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

How far is it from Kyoto to Tenryū-ji?

The distance between Kyoto and Tenryū-ji is 5 km. The road distance is 8.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Tenryū-ji without a car is to train which takes 18 min and costs ¥110 - ¥170.

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

The train from Emmachi to Saga-Arashiyama takes 7 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Tenryū-ji train from?

Kyoto to Tenryū-ji train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Emmachi station.

Where does the Kyoto to Tenryū-ji train arrive?

Kyoto to Tenryū-ji train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Saga-Arashiyama station.

Can I drive from Kyoto to Tenryū-ji?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Tenryū-ji is 8 km. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Kyoto to Tenryū-ji.

Where can I stay near Tenryū-ji?

There are 3763+ hotels available in Tenryū-ji.

Kyoto to Tenryū-ji - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Kyoto to Tenryū-ji by train, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Emmachi to Saga-Arashiyamatrain Sagano Line Local / ...
18 min
¥110–170
Train via Kyōto
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Saga-Arashiyamatrain Sagano Line Local / ...
24 min
¥200–290
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Tenryū-jitaxi 8.5 km
12 min
¥3,400–4,100
Drive 8.5 km
1. Drive from Kyoto to Tenryū-jicar 8.5 km
12 min
¥147–213
Train via Nishiojisanjo
1. Take the train from Nishiojisanjo to Arashiyama(Tramway)train [165821] Randen Arashiyama / ...
24 min
¥201

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Distance: 5.5 km
Duration: 18 min

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Emmachi to Saga-Arashiyama every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥110–170 and the journey takes 7 min.

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