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

The cheapest way to get from Ryōan-ji to Kyoto is to taxi which costs ¥2000 - ¥2500 and takes 7 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ryōan-ji to Kyoto is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs ¥2000 - ¥2500.

Is there a direct train between Ryōan-ji and Kyoto?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ryoanji and arriving at Kitanohakubaicho. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3 min.

How far is it from Ryōan-ji to Kyoto?

The distance between Ryōan-ji and Kyoto is 2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ryōan-ji to Kyoto without a car is to train which takes 14 min and costs .

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

The train from Ryoanji to Kitanohakubaicho takes 3 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

Ryōan-ji to Kyoto train services, operated by Keifuku Electric Railroad, depart from Ryoanji station.

Where does the Ryōan-ji to Kyoto train arrive?

Ryōan-ji to Kyoto train services, operated by Keifuku Electric Railroad, arrive at Kitanohakubaicho station.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3747+ hotels available in Kyoto.

Ryōan-ji to Kyoto - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, and foot

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There are 3 ways to get from Ryōan-ji to Kyoto by train, taxi, or foot

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ryoanji to Kitanohakubaichotrain [166250] Randen Kitano
14 min
Taxi
cheapest
1. Take the taxi from Ryōan-ji to Kyototaxi 4.4 km
7 min
¥2,000–2,500
Walk
1. Take the walk from Ryōan-ji to Kyotowalk 4.4 km
52 min

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Distance: 1.8 km
Duration: 14 min

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

Keifuku Electric Railroad operates a train from Ryoanji to Kitanohakubaicho every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 3 min.

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