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

The cheapest way to get from Ryōan-ji to Kiyomizu-dera is to drive which costs ¥160 - ¥250 and takes 14 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ryōan-ji to Kiyomizu-dera is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs ¥3800 - ¥4600.

Is there a direct bus between Ryōan-ji and Kiyomizu-dera?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kitano Hakubaicho and arriving at Gion. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

Is there a direct train between Ryōan-ji and Kiyomizu-dera?

No, there is no direct train from Ryōan-ji to Kiyomizu-dera. However, there are services departing from Hanazono and arriving at Keage via Nijo(Kyoto). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Ryōan-ji to Kiyomizu-dera?

The distance between Ryōan-ji and Kiyomizu-dera is 10 km. The road distance is 9.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ryōan-ji to Kiyomizu-dera without a car is to line 203 bus which takes 1h 11m and costs ¥230.

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

The line 203 bus from Kitano Hakubaicho to Gion takes 28 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

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

Where do I catch the Ryōan-ji to Kiyomizu-dera train from?

Ryōan-ji to Kiyomizu-dera train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, depart from Nijo(Kyoto) station.

Where does the Ryōan-ji to Kiyomizu-dera bus arrive?

Ryōan-ji to Kiyomizu-dera bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Gion station.

Where does the Ryōan-ji to Kiyomizu-dera train arrive?

Ryōan-ji to Kiyomizu-dera train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, arrive at Keage station.

Can I drive from Ryōan-ji to Kiyomizu-dera?

Yes, the driving distance between Ryōan-ji to Kiyomizu-dera is 10 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Ryōan-ji to Kiyomizu-dera.

Where can I stay near Kiyomizu-dera?

There are 3748+ hotels available in Kiyomizu-dera.

Ryōan-ji to Kiyomizu-dera - 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 Kiyomizu-dera by bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Line 203 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kitano Hakubaicho to Gionbus 203
1h 11m
¥230
Drive 9.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ryōan-ji to Kiyomizu-deracar 9.7 km
14 min
¥168–243
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ryōan-ji to Kiyomizu-derataxi 9.7 km
14 min
¥3,800–4,600
Subway
1. Take the subway from Nijo(Kyoto) to Keagesubway [142350] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
1h 19m
¥319–394

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Distance: 10.4 km
Duration: 1h 11m

What companies run services between Ryōan-ji, Japan and Kiyomizu-dera, Kyoto, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Kitano Hakubaicho to Gion every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, Kyoto City Subway operates a subway from Nijo(Kyoto) to Keage every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230–270 and the journey takes 10 min.

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