What is the cheapest way to get from Shimogamo Shrine to Ginkaku-ji?

The cheapest way to get from Shimogamo Shrine to Ginkaku-ji is to line 205 bus and line 203 bus which costs ¥460 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Shimogamo Shrine to Ginkaku-ji?

The fastest way to get from Shimogamo Shrine to Ginkaku-ji is to taxi which takes 5 min and costs ¥1800 - ¥2200.

Is there a direct bus between Shimogamo Shrine and Ginkaku-ji?

No, there is no direct bus from Shimogamo Shrine to Ginkaku-ji. However, there are services departing from Shimogamo Jinja Mae and arriving at Jodoji via Kawaramachi Imadegawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Shimogamo Shrine to Ginkaku-ji?

The distance between Shimogamo Shrine and Ginkaku-ji is 6 km.

How do I travel from Shimogamo Shrine to Ginkaku-ji without a car?

The best way to get from Shimogamo Shrine to Ginkaku-ji without a car is to line 205 bus and line 203 bus which takes 29 min and costs ¥460.

How long does it take to get from Shimogamo Shrine to Ginkaku-ji?

It takes approximately 29 min to get from Shimogamo Shrine to Ginkaku-ji, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shimogamo Shrine to Ginkaku-ji bus from?

Shimogamo Shrine to Ginkaku-ji bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Shimogamo Jinja Mae station.

Where does the Shimogamo Shrine to Ginkaku-ji bus arrive?

Shimogamo Shrine to Ginkaku-ji bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Kawaramachi Imadegawa station.

Where can I stay near Ginkaku-ji?

There are 3748+ hotels available in Ginkaku-ji.

Shimogamo Shrine to Ginkaku-ji - 3 ways to travel via line 205 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Shimogamo Shrine to Ginkaku-ji by bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 205 bus, line 203 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Shimogamo Jinja Mae to Kawaramachi Imadegawabus 205
2. Take the bus from Kawaramachi Imadegawa to Jodojibus 203 / ...
29 min
¥460
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shimogamo Shrine to Ginkaku-jitaxi 3.8 km
5 min
¥1,800–2,200
Walk
1. Take the walk from Shimogamo Shrine to Ginkaku-jiwalk 3.5 km
42 min

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Distance: 5.7 km
Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between Shimogamo Shrine, Japan and Ginkaku-ji, Japan?

You can take a vehicle from Shimogamo Shrine to Ginkaku-ji via Shimogamo Jinja Mae, Kawaramachi Imadegawa, and Jodoji in around 29 min.

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