What is the cheapest way to get from Ryōan-ji to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove?

The cheapest way to get from Ryōan-ji to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is to train which costs ¥95 - ¥140 and takes 44 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ryōan-ji to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove?

The fastest way to get from Ryōan-ji to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs ¥2700 - ¥3300.

Is there a direct train between Ryōan-ji and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hanazono and arriving at Saga-Arashiyama. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5 min.

How far is it from Ryōan-ji to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove?

The distance between Ryōan-ji and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is 7 km.

How do I travel from Ryōan-ji to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove without a car?

The best way to get from Ryōan-ji to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove without a car is to train which takes 44 min and costs ¥95 - ¥140.

How long does it take to get from Ryōan-ji to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove?

The train from Hanazono to Saga-Arashiyama takes 5 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ryōan-ji to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove train from?

Ryōan-ji to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Hanazono station.

Where does the Ryōan-ji to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove train arrive?

Ryōan-ji to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Saga-Arashiyama station.

Where can I stay near Arashiyama Bamboo Grove?

There are 3775+ hotels available in Arashiyama Bamboo Grove.

Ryōan-ji to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Ryōan-ji to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove by train, taxi, or foot

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hanazono to Saga-Arashiyamatrain Sagano Line Local
44 min
¥95–140
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ryōan-ji to Arashiyama Bamboo Grovetaxi 6.5 km
9 min
¥2,700–3,300
Walk
1. Take the walk from Ryōan-ji to Arashiyama Bamboo Grovewalk 6.1 km
1h 13m
Train via Katabiranotsuji
1. Take the train from Ryoanji to Katabiranotsujitrain [166148] Randen Kitano
2. Take the train from Katabiranotsuji to Arashiyama(Tramway)train [165821] Randen Arashiyama / ...
46 min

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Distance: 6.6 km
Duration: 44 min

What companies run services between Ryōan-ji, Japan and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Hanazono to Saga-Arashiyama every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥95–140 and the journey takes 5 min.

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