What is the cheapest way to get from Nijō Castle to Kamigamo Shrine?

The cheapest way to get from Nijō Castle to Kamigamo Shrine is to subway via Kitaoji which costs ¥220 - ¥260 and takes 55 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Nijō Castle to Kamigamo Shrine?

The fastest way to get from Nijō Castle to Kamigamo Shrine is to taxi which takes 8 min and costs ¥2500 - ¥3000.

Is there a direct train between Nijō Castle and Kamigamo Shrine?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Marutamachi and arriving at Kitaoji. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6 min.

How far is it from Nijō Castle to Kamigamo Shrine?

The distance between Nijō Castle and Kamigamo Shrine is 9 km.

How do I travel from Nijō Castle to Kamigamo Shrine without a car?

The best way to get from Nijō Castle to Kamigamo Shrine without a car is to subway which takes 52 min and costs ¥430 - ¥500.

How long does it take to get from Nijō Castle to Kamigamo Shrine?

It takes approximately 52 min to get from Nijō Castle to Kamigamo Shrine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nijō Castle to Kamigamo Shrine train from?

Nijō Castle to Kamigamo Shrine train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, depart from Karasuma Oike station.

Where does the Nijō Castle to Kamigamo Shrine train arrive?

Nijō Castle to Kamigamo Shrine train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, arrive at Kitayama station.

Where can I stay near Kamigamo Shrine?

There are 3749+ hotels available in Kamigamo Shrine.

Nijō Castle to Kamigamo Shrine - 5 ways to travel via subway, taxi, and foot

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There are 5 ways to get from Nijō Castle to Kamigamo Shrine by subway, taxi, or foot

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Karasuma Oike to Kitayamasubway K: Karasuma
52 min
¥433–500
Subway via Kitaoji
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Marutamachi to Kitaojisubway K: Karasuma
55 min
¥220–260
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nijō Castle to Kamigamo Shrinetaxi 5.8 km
8 min
¥2,500–3,000
Walk
1. Take the walk from Nijō Castle to Kamigamo Shrinewalk 6.1 km
1h 13m
Subway via Marutamachi
1. Take the subway from Marutamachi to Kitayamasubway K: Karasuma
56 min
¥230–270

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Distance: 8.7 km
Duration: 52 min

What companies run services between Nijō Castle, Japan and Kamigamo Shrine, Japan?

Kyoto City Subway operates a subway from Karasuma Oike to Kitayama every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230–270 and the journey takes 10 min.

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