What is the cheapest way to get from Shimogamo Shrine to Nijō Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Shimogamo Shrine to Nijō Castle is to subway which costs ¥210 - ¥250 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Shimogamo Shrine to Nijō Castle?

The fastest way to get from Shimogamo Shrine to Nijō Castle is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs ¥2200 - ¥2700.

Is there a direct bus between Shimogamo Shrine and Nijō Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shimogamo Jinja Mae and arriving at Taishi-michi. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Shimogamo Shrine and Nijō Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kuramaguchi and arriving at Marutamachi. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4 min.

How far is it from Shimogamo Shrine to Nijō Castle?

The distance between Shimogamo Shrine and Nijō Castle is 7 km.

How do I travel from Shimogamo Shrine to Nijō Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Shimogamo Shrine to Nijō Castle without a car is to line 205 bus and subway which takes 32 min and costs ¥440 - ¥470.

How long does it take to get from Shimogamo Shrine to Nijō Castle?

It takes approximately 32 min to get from Shimogamo Shrine to Nijō Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shimogamo Shrine to Nijō Castle bus from?

Shimogamo Shrine to Nijō Castle bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Shimogamo Jinja Mae station.

Where do I catch the Shimogamo Shrine to Nijō Castle train from?

Shimogamo Shrine to Nijō Castle train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, depart from Kuramaguchi station.

Where does the Shimogamo Shrine to Nijō Castle bus arrive?

Shimogamo Shrine to Nijō Castle bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Taishi-michi station.

Where does the Shimogamo Shrine to Nijō Castle train arrive?

Shimogamo Shrine to Nijō Castle train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, arrive at Marutamachi station.

Where can I stay near Nijō Castle?

There are 3749+ hotels available in Nijō Castle.

Shimogamo Shrine to Nijō Castle - 5 ways to travel via line 205 bus, and subway

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There are 5 ways to get from Shimogamo Shrine to Nijō Castle by bus, subway, taxi, or foot

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Line 205 bus, subway
best
1. Take the bus from Shimogamo Jinja Mae to Kawaramachi Sanjobus 205
2. Take the subway from Kyotoshiyakushomae to Nijojomaesubway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
32 min
¥440–470
Subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Kuramaguchi to Marutamachisubway K: Karasuma
41 min
¥210–250
Line 205 bus
1. Take the bus from Shimogamo Jinja Mae to Taishi-michibus 205
1h 39m
¥230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shimogamo Shrine to Nijō Castletaxi 5.1 km
7 min
¥2,200–2,700
Walk
1. Take the walk from Shimogamo Shrine to Nijō Castlewalk 5.2 km
1h 2m

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Distance: 6.7 km
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Shimogamo Shrine, Japan and Nijō Castle, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Shimogamo Jinja Mae to Taishi-michi every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Alternatively, Kyoto City Subway operates a subway from Kuramaguchi to Marutamachi every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥210–250 and the journey takes 4 min.

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