What is the cheapest way to get from Ryōan-ji to Ginkaku-ji?

The cheapest way to get from Ryōan-ji to Ginkaku-ji is to drive which costs ¥130 - ¥210 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ryōan-ji to Ginkaku-ji?

The fastest way to get from Ryōan-ji to Ginkaku-ji is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs ¥3300 - ¥4000.

Is there a direct bus between Ryōan-ji and Ginkaku-ji?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kitano Hakubaicho and arriving at Ginkakuji Temple. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Ryōan-ji to Ginkaku-ji?

The distance between Ryōan-ji and Ginkaku-ji is 11 km. The road distance is 8 km.

How do I travel from Ryōan-ji to Ginkaku-ji without a car?

The best way to get from Ryōan-ji to Ginkaku-ji without a car is to line 203 bus which takes 55 min and costs ¥230.

How long does it take to get from Ryōan-ji to Ginkaku-ji?

The line 203 bus from Kitano Hakubaicho to Ginkakuji Temple takes 22 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ryōan-ji to Ginkaku-ji bus from?

Ryōan-ji to Ginkaku-ji bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Kitano Hakubaicho station.

Where does the Ryōan-ji to Ginkaku-ji bus arrive?

Ryōan-ji to Ginkaku-ji bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Ginkakuji Temple station.

Can I drive from Ryōan-ji to Ginkaku-ji?

Yes, the driving distance between Ryōan-ji to Ginkaku-ji is 8 km. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Ryōan-ji to Ginkaku-ji.

Where can I stay near Ginkaku-ji?

There are 3752+ hotels available in Ginkaku-ji.

Ryōan-ji to Ginkaku-ji - 4 ways to travel via line 203 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ryōan-ji to Ginkaku-ji by bus, taxi, or car

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Line 203 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kitano Hakubaicho to Ginkakuji Templebus 203
55 min
¥230
Drive 8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ryōan-ji to Ginkaku-jicar 8 km
12 min
¥140–202
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ryōan-ji to Ginkaku-jitaxi 8 km
12 min
¥3,300–4,000
Line 203 bus via Jodoji
1. Take the bus from Kitano Hakubaicho to Jodojibus 203
56 min
¥230

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Distance: 11 km
Duration: 55 min

What companies run services between Ryōan-ji, Japan and Ginkaku-ji, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Kitano Hakubaicho to Ginkakuji Temple every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 22 min.

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