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

The cheapest way to get from Shijoomiya to Ryōan-ji is to line 203 bus which costs ¥230 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shijoomiya to Ryōan-ji is to taxi which takes 8 min and costs ¥2500 - ¥3000.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shijo Omiya and arriving at Kitano Hakubaicho. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

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

No, there is no direct train from Shijoomiya to Ryōan-ji. However, there are services departing from Shijoomiya and arriving at Ryoanji via Katabiranotsuji. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Shijoomiya to Ryōan-ji?

The distance between Shijoomiya and Ryōan-ji is 7 km.

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

The best way to get from Shijoomiya to Ryōan-ji without a car is to line 203 bus which takes 39 min and costs ¥230.

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

The line 203 bus from Shijo Omiya to Kitano Hakubaicho takes 17 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

Shijoomiya to Ryōan-ji bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Shijo Omiya station.

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

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

Train or bus from Shijoomiya to Ryōan-ji?

The best way to get from Shijoomiya to Ryōan-ji is to line 203 bus which takes 39 min and costs ¥230. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥423 and takes 41 min.

Where does the Shijoomiya to Ryōan-ji bus arrive?

Shijoomiya to Ryōan-ji bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Kitano Hakubaicho station.

Where does the Shijoomiya to Ryōan-ji train arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Ryōan-ji?

There are 3747+ hotels available in Ryōan-ji.

Shijoomiya to Ryōan-ji - 4 ways to travel via train, line 203 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Shijoomiya to Ryōan-ji by bus, train, taxi, or foot

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Line 203 bus
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1. Take the bus from Shijo Omiya to Kitano Hakubaichobus 203
39 min
¥230
Train
1. Take the train from Shijoomiya to Katabiranotsujitrain [165821] Randen Arashiyama
2. Take the train from Katabiranotsuji to Ryoanjitrain [166250] Randen Kitano
41 min
¥423
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shijoomiya to Ryōan-jitaxi 5.7 km
8 min
¥2,500–3,000
Walk
1. Take the walk from Shijoomiya to Ryōan-jiwalk 5.5 km
1h 6m

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Distance: 7.1 km
Duration: 39 min

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

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Shijo Omiya to Kitano Hakubaicho every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 17 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Shijoomiya to Ryōan-ji via Katabiranotsuji and Ryoanji in around 41 min.

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