What is the cheapest way to get from Tō-ji to Kiyomizu-dera?

The cheapest way to get from Tō-ji to Kiyomizu-dera is to line 205 bus which costs ¥230 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tō-ji to Kiyomizu-dera?

The fastest way to get from Tō-ji to Kiyomizu-dera is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs ¥2000 - ¥2500.

Is there a direct bus between Tō-ji and Kiyomizu-dera?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Toji Michi and arriving at Kawaramachi Matsubara. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Tō-ji and Kiyomizu-dera?

No, there is no direct train from Tō-ji to Kiyomizu-dera. However, there are services departing from Toji and arriving at Gion-Shijo via Tambabashi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h.

How far is it from Tō-ji to Kiyomizu-dera?

The distance between Tō-ji and Kiyomizu-dera is 16 km.

How do I travel from Tō-ji to Kiyomizu-dera without a car?

The best way to get from Tō-ji to Kiyomizu-dera without a car is to train which takes 1h and costs ¥500 - ¥650.

How long does it take to get from Tō-ji to Kiyomizu-dera?

It takes approximately 1h to get from Tō-ji to Kiyomizu-dera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tō-ji to Kiyomizu-dera bus from?

Tō-ji to Kiyomizu-dera bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Toji Michi station.

Where do I catch the Tō-ji to Kiyomizu-dera train from?

Tō-ji to Kiyomizu-dera train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway, depart from Toji station.

Train or bus from Tō-ji to Kiyomizu-dera?

The best way to get from Tō-ji to Kiyomizu-dera is to train which takes 1h and costs ¥500 - ¥650. Alternatively, you can line 205 bus, which costs ¥230 and takes 1h 45m.

Where does the Tō-ji to Kiyomizu-dera bus arrive?

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

Where does the Tō-ji to Kiyomizu-dera train arrive?

Tō-ji to Kiyomizu-dera train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway, arrive at Kintetsu-Tambabashi station.

Where can I stay near Kiyomizu-dera?

There are 3749+ hotels available in Kiyomizu-dera.

Tō-ji to Kiyomizu-dera - 4 ways to travel via train, line 205 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Tō-ji to Kiyomizu-dera by train, bus, taxi, or foot

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Toji to Kintetsu-Tambabashitrain B: Kyoto Line Express / ...
2. Take the train from Tambabashi to Gion-Shijotrain Keihan Main Line Limited Express / ...
1h
¥513–626
Line 205 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Toji Michi to Kawaramachi Matsubarabus 205
1h 45m
¥230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tō-ji to Kiyomizu-derataxi 4.5 km
6 min
¥2,000–2,500
Walk
1. Take the walk from Tō-ji to Kiyomizu-derawalk 5 km
1h 1m

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Distance: 15.6 km
Duration: 1h

What companies run services between Tō-ji, Japan and Kiyomizu-dera, Kyoto, Japan?

You can take a vehicle from Tō-ji to Kiyomizu-dera via Toji, Kintetsu-Tambabashi, Tambabashi, and Gion-Shijo in around 1h. Alternatively, Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Toji Michi to Kawaramachi Matsubara every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 1h 13m.

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