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

The cheapest way to get from Nijō Castle to Shimogamo Shrine is to subway which costs ¥210 - ¥250 and takes 41 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Nijō Castle to Shimogamo Shrine is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs ¥2300 - ¥2800.

Is there a direct bus between Nijō Castle and Shimogamo Shrine?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Taishi-michi and arriving at Shimogamo Jinja Mae. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Marutamachi and arriving at Kuramaguchi. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4 min.

How far is it from Nijō Castle to Shimogamo Shrine?

The distance between Nijō Castle and Shimogamo Shrine is 13 km.

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

The best way to get from Nijō Castle to Shimogamo Shrine without a car is to subway and line 205 bus which takes 27 min and costs ¥440 - ¥470.

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

It takes approximately 27 min to get from Nijō Castle to Shimogamo Shrine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nijō Castle to Shimogamo Shrine bus from?

Nijō Castle to Shimogamo Shrine bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Taishi-michi station.

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

Nijō Castle to Shimogamo Shrine train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, depart from Marutamachi station.

Where does the Nijō Castle to Shimogamo Shrine bus arrive?

Nijō Castle to Shimogamo Shrine bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Shimogamo Jinja Mae station.

Where does the Nijō Castle to Shimogamo Shrine train arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Shimogamo Shrine?

There are 3749+ hotels available in Shimogamo Shrine.

Nijō Castle to Shimogamo Shrine - 5 ways to travel via subway, and line 205 bus

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

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Subway, line 205 bus
best
1. Take the subway from Nijojomae to Kyotoshiyakushomaesubway [142350] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
2. Take the bus from Kawaramachi Sanjo to Shimogyoku Sogo Chosha Maebus 205
27 min
¥440–468
Subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Marutamachi to Kuramaguchisubway K: Karasuma
41 min
¥210–250
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nijō Castle to Shimogamo Shrinetaxi 5.2 km
6 min
¥2,300–2,800
Walk
1. Take the walk from Nijō Castle to Shimogamo Shrinewalk 5.2 km
1h 2m
Line 205 bus
1. Take the bus from Taishi-michi to Shimogamo Jinja Maebus 205
1h 2m
¥230

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Distance: 13.2 km
Duration: 27 min

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

Kyoto City Subway operates a subway from Marutamachi to Kuramaguchi every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥210–250 and the journey takes 4 min. Alternatively, Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Taishi-michi to Shimogamo Jinja Mae every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 27 min.

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