What is the cheapest way to get from Nijō Castle to Ginkakuji Temple?

The cheapest way to get from Nijō Castle to Ginkakuji Temple is to line 203 bus which costs ¥230 and takes 1h.

What is the fastest way to get from Nijō Castle to Ginkakuji Temple?

The fastest way to get from Nijō Castle to Ginkakuji Temple is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs ¥2500 - ¥3000.

Is there a direct bus between Nijō Castle and Ginkakuji Temple?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shijo Omiya and arriving at Ginkakuji Temple. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

Is there a direct train between Nijō Castle and Ginkakuji Temple?

No, there is no direct train from Nijō Castle to Ginkakuji Temple. However, there are services departing from Nijojomae and arriving at Demachiyanagi via Sanjo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Nijō Castle to Ginkakuji Temple?

The distance between Nijō Castle and Ginkakuji Temple is 7 km.

How do I travel from Nijō Castle to Ginkakuji Temple without a car?

The best way to get from Nijō Castle to Ginkakuji Temple without a car is to subway and line 17 bus which takes 37 min and costs ¥400 - ¥430.

How long does it take to get from Nijō Castle to Ginkakuji Temple?

It takes approximately 37 min to get from Nijō Castle to Ginkakuji Temple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nijō Castle to Ginkakuji Temple bus from?

Nijō Castle to Ginkakuji Temple bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Shijo Omiya station.

Where do I catch the Nijō Castle to Ginkakuji Temple train from?

Nijō Castle to Ginkakuji Temple train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, depart from Nijojomae station.

Where does the Nijō Castle to Ginkakuji Temple bus arrive?

Nijō Castle to Ginkakuji Temple bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Ginkakuji Temple station.

Where does the Nijō Castle to Ginkakuji Temple train arrive?

Nijō Castle to Ginkakuji Temple train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, arrive at Sanjokeihan station.

Where can I stay near Ginkakuji Temple?

There are 3749+ hotels available in Ginkakuji Temple.

Nijō Castle to Ginkakuji Temple - 5 ways to travel via train, and subway

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There are 5 ways to get from Nijō Castle to Ginkakuji Temple by subway, bus, train, taxi, or foot

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Subway, line 17 bus
best
1. Take the subway from Nijojomae to Kyotoshiyakushomaesubway [142350] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
2. Take the bus from Kawaramachi Sanjo to Ginkakuji Michibus 17
37 min
¥401–429
Line 203 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shijo Omiya to Ginkakuji Templebus 203
1h
¥230
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Nijojomae to Sanjokeihansubway [142350] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
2. Take the train from Sanjo to Demachiyanagitrain Keihan Main Line Limited Express / ...
43 min
¥464–553
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nijō Castle to Ginkakuji Templetaxi 5.7 km
7 min
¥2,500–3,000
Walk
1. Take the walk from Nijō Castle to Ginkakuji Templewalk 5.5 km
1h 6m

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Distance: 6.7 km
Duration: 37 min

What companies run services between Nijō Castle, Japan and Ginkakuji Temple, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Shijo Omiya to Ginkakuji Temple every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 39 min.

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