What is the cheapest way to get from Shimogamo Shrine to Kiyomizu-dera?

The cheapest way to get from Shimogamo Shrine to Kiyomizu-dera is to line 205 bus which costs ¥230 and takes 39 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Shimogamo Shrine to Kiyomizu-dera?

The fastest way to get from Shimogamo Shrine to Kiyomizu-dera is to taxi which takes 8 min and costs ¥2700 - ¥3300.

Is there a direct bus between Shimogamo Shrine and Kiyomizu-dera?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shimogamo Jinja Mae and arriving at Kawaramachi Matsubara. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

Is there a direct train between Shimogamo Shrine and Kiyomizu-dera?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Demachiyanagi and arriving at Gion-Shijo. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3 min.

How far is it from Shimogamo Shrine to Kiyomizu-dera?

The distance between Shimogamo Shrine and Kiyomizu-dera is 7 km.

How do I travel from Shimogamo Shrine to Kiyomizu-dera without a car?

The best way to get from Shimogamo Shrine to Kiyomizu-dera without a car is to line 205 bus which takes 39 min and costs ¥230.

How long does it take to get from Shimogamo Shrine to Kiyomizu-dera?

The line 205 bus from Shimogamo Jinja Mae to Kawaramachi Matsubara takes 14 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Shimogamo Shrine to Kiyomizu-dera bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shimogamo Shrine to Kiyomizu-dera train from?

Shimogamo Shrine to Kiyomizu-dera train services, operated by Keihan Electric Railway, depart from Demachiyanagi station.

Train or bus from Shimogamo Shrine to Kiyomizu-dera?

The best way to get from Shimogamo Shrine to Kiyomizu-dera is to line 205 bus which takes 39 min and costs ¥230. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥250 - ¥310 and takes 41 min.

Where does the Shimogamo Shrine to Kiyomizu-dera bus arrive?

Shimogamo Shrine to Kiyomizu-dera bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Kawaramachi Matsubara station.

Where does the Shimogamo Shrine to Kiyomizu-dera train arrive?

Shimogamo Shrine to Kiyomizu-dera train services, operated by Keihan Electric Railway, arrive at Gion-Shijo station.

Where can I stay near Kiyomizu-dera?

There are 3749+ hotels available in Kiyomizu-dera.

Shimogamo Shrine to Kiyomizu-dera - 5 ways to travel via train

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There are 5 ways to get from Shimogamo Shrine to Kiyomizu-dera by bus, taxi, foot, or train

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Line 205 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Shimogamo Jinja Mae to Kawaramachi Matsubarabus 205
39 min
¥230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shimogamo Shrine to Kiyomizu-derataxi 6.3 km
8 min
¥2,700–3,300
Walk
1. Take the walk from Shimogamo Shrine to Kiyomizu-derawalk 6 km
1h 12m
Train
1. Take the train from Demachiyanagi to Gion-Shijotrain Keihan Main Line Limited Express / ...
41 min
¥250–310
Line 205 bus, line 203 bus
1. Take the bus from Shimogamo Jinja Mae to Shijo Kawaramachibus 205
2. Take the bus from Shijo Kawaramachi to Gionbus 203
48 min
¥460

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Distance: 6.9 km
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Shimogamo Shrine, Japan and Kiyomizu-dera, Kyoto, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Shimogamo Jinja Mae to Kawaramachi Matsubara every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 14 min. Alternatively, Keihan Electric Railway operates a train from Demachiyanagi to Gion-Shijo every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥250–310 and the journey takes 3 min.

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