What is the cheapest way to get from Nishiojioike to Kinkaku-ji?

The cheapest way to get from Nishiojioike to Kinkaku-ji is to line 205 bus which costs ¥230 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Nishiojioike to Kinkaku-ji?

The fastest way to get from Nishiojioike to Kinkaku-ji is to taxi which takes 4 min and costs ¥1700 - ¥2100.

Is there a direct bus between Nishiojioike and Kinkaku-ji?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nishioji Oike and arriving at Kinkakuji Michi. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Nishiojioike to Kinkaku-ji?

The distance between Nishiojioike and Kinkaku-ji is 6 km.

How do I travel from Nishiojioike to Kinkaku-ji without a car?

The best way to get from Nishiojioike to Kinkaku-ji without a car is to line 205 bus which takes 20 min and costs ¥230.

How long does it take to get from Nishiojioike to Kinkaku-ji?

The line 205 bus from Nishioji Oike to Kinkakuji Michi takes 13 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Nishiojioike to Kinkaku-ji bus from?

Nishiojioike to Kinkaku-ji bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Nishioji Oike station.

Where does the Nishiojioike to Kinkaku-ji bus arrive?

Nishiojioike to Kinkaku-ji bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Kinkakuji Michi station.

Where can I stay near Kinkaku-ji?

There are 3749+ hotels available in Kinkaku-ji.

Nishiojioike to Kinkaku-ji - 4 ways to travel via line 205 bus, taxi, and foot

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There are 4 ways to get from Nishiojioike to Kinkaku-ji by bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 205 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Nishioji Oike to Kinkakuji Michibus 205
20 min
¥230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nishiojioike to Kinkaku-jitaxi 3.6 km
4 min
¥1,700–2,100
Walk
1. Take the walk from Nishiojioike to Kinkaku-jiwalk 3.7 km
44 min
Line 205 bus via Waratenjin-mae
1. Take the bus from Nishioji Oike to Waratenjin-maebus 205
21 min
¥230

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Distance: 6.2 km
Duration: 20 min

What companies run services between Nishiojioike, Japan and Kinkaku-ji, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Nishioji Oike to Kinkakuji Michi every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 13 min.

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