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

The cheapest way to get from Ryōan-ji to Heian Shrine is to line 203 bus which costs ¥230 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ryōan-ji to Heian Shrine is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs ¥3000 - ¥3700.

Is there a direct bus between Ryōan-ji and Heian Shrine?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kitano Hakubaicho and arriving at Kumano Jinja Mae. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between Ryōan-ji and Heian Shrine?

No, there is no direct train from Ryōan-ji to Heian Shrine. However, there are services departing from Hanazono and arriving at Higashiyama(Kyoto) via Nijo(Kyoto). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Ryōan-ji to Heian Shrine?

The distance between Ryōan-ji and Heian Shrine is 10 km.

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

The best way to get from Ryōan-ji to Heian Shrine without a car is to train and subway which takes 54 min and costs ¥300 - ¥390.

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

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Ryōan-ji to Heian Shrine, including transfers.

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

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

Where do I catch the Ryōan-ji to Heian Shrine train from?

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

Where does the Ryōan-ji to Heian Shrine bus arrive?

Ryōan-ji to Heian Shrine bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Kumano Jinja Mae station.

Where does the Ryōan-ji to Heian Shrine train arrive?

Ryōan-ji to Heian Shrine train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Nijō station.

Where can I stay near Heian Shrine?

There are 3749+ hotels available in Heian Shrine.

Ryōan-ji to Heian Shrine - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, and line 203 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Ryōan-ji to Heian Shrine by train, subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Hanazono to Nijōtrain Sagano Line Local
2. Take the subway from Nijo(Kyoto) to Higashiyama(Kyoto)subway [142350] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
54 min
¥309–384
Line 203 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kitano Hakubaicho to Kumano Jinja Maebus 203
1h 7m
¥230
Train, line 203 bus
1. Take the train from Ryoanji to Kitanohakubaichotrain [166250] Randen Kitano
2. Take the bus from Kitano Hakubaicho to Kumano Jinja Maebus 203
1h 6m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ryōan-ji to Heian Shrinetaxi 7.4 km
11 min
¥3,000–3,700
Walk
1. Take the walk from Ryōan-ji to Heian Shrinewalk 8 km
1h 36m

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Distance: 9.7 km
Duration: 54 min

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

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Kitano Hakubaicho to Kumano Jinja Mae every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 34 min.

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