What is the cheapest way to get from Philosopher's Walk to Pontochō?

The cheapest way to get from Philosopher's Walk to Pontochō is to line 203 bus via Kinrin Shako-mae which costs ¥230 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Philosopher's Walk to Pontochō?

The fastest way to get from Philosopher's Walk to Pontochō is to taxi which takes 5 min and costs ¥2000 - ¥2500.

Is there a direct bus between Philosopher's Walk and Pontochō?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kinrin Shako-mae and arriving at Shijo Keihan Mae. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Philosopher's Walk to Pontochō?

The distance between Philosopher's Walk and Pontochō is 6 km.

How do I travel from Philosopher's Walk to Pontochō without a car?

The best way to get from Philosopher's Walk to Pontochō without a car is to line 203 bus and train which takes 21 min and costs ¥480 - ¥550.

How long does it take to get from Philosopher's Walk to Pontochō?

It takes approximately 21 min to get from Philosopher's Walk to Pontochō, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philosopher's Walk to Pontochō bus from?

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

Where does the Philosopher's Walk to Pontochō bus arrive?

Philosopher's Walk to Pontochō bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Shijo Keihan Mae station.

Where can I stay near Pontochō?

There are 3743+ hotels available in Pontochō.

Philosopher's Walk to Pontochō - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 203 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Philosopher's Walk to Pontochō by bus, train, taxi, or foot

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Line 203 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Jodoji to Demachiyanagibus 203
2. Take the train from Demachiyanagi to Gion-Shijotrain Keihan Main Line Limited Express / ...
21 min
¥480–540
Line 203 bus via Kinrin Shako-mae
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kinrin Shako-mae to Shijo Keihan Maebus 203
24 min
¥230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Philosopher's Walk to Pontochōtaxi 4.5 km
5 min
¥2,000–2,500
Walk
1. Take the foot from Philosopher's Walk to Pontochōwalk 4.2 km
50 min
Line 203 bus
1. Take the bus from Jodoji to Shijo Keihan Maebus 203
56 min
¥230
Line 203 bus #2
1. Take the bus from Jodoji to Shijo Kawaramachibus 203 / ...
56 min
¥230

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Distance: 5.6 km
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Philosopher's Walk, Japan and Pontochō, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Kinrin Shako-mae to Shijo Keihan Mae every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 14 min.

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