What is the cheapest way to get from Sannenzaka to Philosopher's Walk?

The cheapest way to get from Sannenzaka to Philosopher's Walk is to line 203 bus via Kinrin Shako-mae which costs ¥230 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Sannenzaka to Philosopher's Walk?

The fastest way to get from Sannenzaka to Philosopher's Walk is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs ¥2100 - ¥2500.

Is there a direct bus between Sannenzaka and Philosopher's Walk?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gion and arriving at Kinrin Shako-mae. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Sannenzaka to Philosopher's Walk?

The distance between Sannenzaka and Philosopher's Walk is 5 km.

How do I travel from Sannenzaka to Philosopher's Walk without a car?

The best way to get from Sannenzaka to Philosopher's Walk without a car is to line 203 bus via Kinrin Shako-mae which takes 35 min and costs ¥230.

How long does it take to get from Sannenzaka to Philosopher's Walk?

The line 203 bus from Gion to Kinrin Shako-mae takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Sannenzaka to Philosopher's Walk bus from?

Sannenzaka to Philosopher's Walk bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Gion station.

Where does the Sannenzaka to Philosopher's Walk bus arrive?

Sannenzaka to Philosopher's Walk bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Kinrin Shako-mae station.

Where can I stay near Philosopher's Walk?

There are 3735+ hotels available in Philosopher's Walk.

Sannenzaka to Philosopher's Walk - 4 ways to travel via line 203 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Sannenzaka to Philosopher's Walk by bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 203 bus via Kinrin Shako-mae
best
1. Take the bus from Gion to Kinrin Shako-maebus 203
35 min
¥230
Line 203 bus
1. Take the bus from Gion to Jodojibus 203
1h 10m
¥230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sannenzaka to Philosopher's Walktaxi 4.6 km
7 min
¥2,100–2,500
Walk
1. Take the foot from Sannenzaka to Philosopher's Walkwalk 4.3 km
52 min

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Distance: 4.9 km
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Sannenzaka, Japan and Philosopher's Walk, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Gion to Kinrin Shako-mae every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 13 min.

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