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

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

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

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

Is there a direct train between Osaka and Kinkaku-ji?

No, there is no direct train from Osaka to Kinkaku-ji. However, there are services departing from Ōsaka and arriving at Hankyuusaiin Eki via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Osaka to Kinkaku-ji?

The distance between Osaka and Kinkaku-ji is 55 km. The road distance is 49 km.

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

The best way to get from Osaka to Kinkaku-ji without a car is to train and line 205 bus which takes 1h 9m and costs ¥850 - ¥1100.

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

It takes approximately 1h 9m to get from Osaka to Kinkaku-ji, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Kinkaku-ji train from?

Osaka to Kinkaku-ji train services, operated by Hankyu Railway, depart from Ōsaka station.

Where does the Osaka to Kinkaku-ji train arrive?

Osaka to Kinkaku-ji train services, operated by Hankyu Railway, arrive at Hankyuusaiin Eki station.

Can I drive from Osaka to Kinkaku-ji?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka to Kinkaku-ji is 49 km. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Osaka to Kinkaku-ji.

Where can I stay near Kinkaku-ji?

There are 3747+ hotels available in Kinkaku-ji.

Osaka to Kinkaku-ji - 4 ways to travel via train, line 205 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Osaka to Kinkaku-ji by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 205 bus
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Kyōtotrain Thunderbird / ...
2. Take the bus from Kyoto Station to Kinkakuji Michibus 205
1h 9m
¥849–1,089
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ōsaka to Hankyuusaiin Ekitrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
1h 31m
¥643–738
Drive 49 km
1. Drive from Osaka to Kinkaku-jicar 49 km
1h
¥852–1,230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Kinkaku-jitaxi 49 km
1h
¥18,000–22,000

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Distance: 55 km
Duration: 1h 9m

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

Hankyu Railway operates a train from Ōsaka to Hankyuusaiin Eki every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥410–550 and the journey takes 1h 6m.

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