What is the cheapest way to get from Pontochō to Nishi Hongan-ji?

The cheapest way to get from Pontochō to Nishi Hongan-ji is to line 205 bus via Kyoto Station which costs ¥230 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Pontochō to Nishi Hongan-ji?

The fastest way to get from Pontochō to Nishi Hongan-ji is to taxi which takes 4 min and costs ¥1500 - ¥1900.

Is there a direct bus between Pontochō and Nishi Hongan-ji?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shijo Kawaramachi and arriving at Kyoto Station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2 min.

How far is it from Pontochō to Nishi Hongan-ji?

The distance between Pontochō and Nishi Hongan-ji is 4 km.

How do I travel from Pontochō to Nishi Hongan-ji without a car?

The best way to get from Pontochō to Nishi Hongan-ji without a car is to line 205 bus via Kyoto Station which takes 19 min and costs ¥230.

How long does it take to get from Pontochō to Nishi Hongan-ji?

The line 205 bus from Shijo Kawaramachi to Kyoto Station takes 2 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Pontochō to Nishi Hongan-ji bus from?

Pontochō to Nishi Hongan-ji bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Shijo Kawaramachi station.

Where does the Pontochō to Nishi Hongan-ji bus arrive?

Pontochō to Nishi Hongan-ji bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Kyoto Station.

Where can I stay near Nishi Hongan-ji?

There are 3752+ hotels available in Nishi Hongan-ji.

Pontochō to Nishi Hongan-ji - 5 ways to travel via line 205 bus, taxi, and foot

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There are 5 ways to get from Pontochō to Nishi Hongan-ji by bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 205 bus via Kyoto Station
best
1. Take the bus from Shijo Kawaramachi to Kyoto Stationbus 205
19 min
¥230
Line 205 bus
1. Take the bus from Shijo Kawaramachi to Nanajo Horikawabus 205
39 min
¥230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontochō to Nishi Hongan-jitaxi 3 km
4 min
¥1,500–1,900
Walk
1. Take the walk from Pontochō to Nishi Hongan-jiwalk 2.9 km
34 min
Line 205 bus #2
1. Take the bus from Shijo Kawaramachi to Nanajo Omiyabus 205
40 min
¥230

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Distance: 4.3 km
Duration: 19 min

What companies run services between Pontochō, Japan and Nishi Hongan-ji, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Shijo Kawaramachi to Kyoto Station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 2 min.

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