What is the cheapest way to get from Osaka to Golden Temple?

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Golden Temple is to train which costs ¥600 - ¥750 and takes 1h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Osaka to Golden Temple?

The fastest way to get from Osaka to Golden Temple is to drive which takes 1h and costs ¥850 - ¥1300.

Is there a direct train between Osaka and Golden Temple?

No, there is no direct train from Osaka to Golden Temple. However, there are services departing from Osaka-umeda and arriving at Saiin via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Osaka to Golden Temple?

The distance between Osaka and Golden Temple is 55 km. The road distance is 49 km.

How do I travel from Osaka to Golden Temple without a car?

The best way to get from Osaka to Golden Temple without a car is to train and line 205 bus which takes 1h 1m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Osaka to Golden Temple?

It takes approximately 1h 1m to get from Osaka to Golden Temple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Golden Temple train from?

Osaka to Golden Temple train services, operated by Hankyu Railway, depart from Osaka-umeda station.

Where does the Osaka to Golden Temple train arrive?

Osaka to Golden Temple train services, operated by Hankyu Railway, arrive at Saiin station.

Can I drive from Osaka to Golden Temple?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka to Golden Temple is 49 km. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Osaka to Golden Temple.

Where can I stay near Golden Temple?

There are 3735+ hotels available in Golden Temple.

Osaka to Golden Temple - 5 ways to travel via train, line 205 bus, car

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There are 5 ways to get from Osaka to Golden Temple by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 205 bus
best
1. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Kyototrain Kodama / ...
2. Take the bus from Kyoto Station to Kinkakuji Michibus 205
1h 1m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Osaka-umeda to Saiintrain Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
1h 31m
¥624–716
Train, line 205 bus via Kyōto
1. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Kyōtotrain A: JR Kyōto Line Rapid / ...
2. Take the bus from Kyoto Station to Kinkakuji Michibus 205
1h 17m
¥852–1,093
Drive 49 km
1. Drive from Osaka to Golden Templecar 49 km
1h
¥851–1,230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Golden Templetaxi 49 km
1h
¥18,000–22,000

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Distance: 54.9 km
Duration: 1h 1m

What companies run services between Osaka, Japan and Golden Temple, Japan?

Hankyu Railway operates a train from Osaka-umeda to Saiin every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥390–490 and the journey takes 1h 6m.

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