What is the cheapest way to get from Philosopher's Walk to Kiyomizu-dera?

The cheapest way to get from Philosopher's Walk to Kiyomizu-dera is to line 203 bus via Kinrin Shako-mae which costs ¥230 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Philosopher's Walk to Kiyomizu-dera?

The fastest way to get from Philosopher's Walk to Kiyomizu-dera is to taxi which takes 8 min and costs ¥2300 - ¥2800.

Is there a direct bus between Philosopher's Walk and Kiyomizu-dera?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kinrin Shako-mae and arriving at Gion. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

How far is it from Philosopher's Walk to Kiyomizu-dera?

The distance between Philosopher's Walk and Kiyomizu-dera is 6 km.

How do I travel from Philosopher's Walk to Kiyomizu-dera without a car?

The best way to get from Philosopher's Walk to Kiyomizu-dera without a car is to line 203 bus via Kinrin Shako-mae which takes 41 min and costs ¥230.

How long does it take to get from Philosopher's Walk to Kiyomizu-dera?

The line 203 bus from Kinrin Shako-mae to Gion takes 12 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Philosopher's Walk to Kiyomizu-dera bus from?

Philosopher's Walk to Kiyomizu-dera bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Kinrin Shako-mae station.

Where does the Philosopher's Walk to Kiyomizu-dera bus arrive?

Philosopher's Walk to Kiyomizu-dera bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Gion station.

Where can I stay near Kiyomizu-dera?

There are 3747+ hotels available in Kiyomizu-dera.

Philosopher's Walk to Kiyomizu-dera - 4 ways to travel via line 203 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Philosopher's Walk to Kiyomizu-dera by bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 203 bus via Kinrin Shako-mae
best
1. Take the bus from Kinrin Shako-mae to Gionbus 203
41 min
¥230
Line 203 bus
1. Take the bus from Jodoji to Gionbus 203
1h 17m
¥230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Philosopher's Walk to Kiyomizu-derataxi 5.2 km
8 min
¥2,300–2,800
Walk
1. Take the foot from Philosopher's Walk to Kiyomizu-derawalk 4.9 km
59 min

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Distance: 5.8 km
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between Philosopher's Walk, Japan and Kiyomizu-dera, Kyoto, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Kinrin Shako-mae to Gion every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 12 min.

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