What is the cheapest way to get from Tōfuku-ji to Nijō Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Tōfuku-ji to Nijō Castle is to train which costs ¥110 - ¥160 and takes 57 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Tōfuku-ji to Nijō Castle?

The fastest way to get from Tōfuku-ji to Nijō Castle is to taxi which takes 8 min and costs ¥2800 - ¥3400.

Is there a direct train between Tōfuku-ji and Nijō Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kyōto and arriving at Nijō. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5 min.

How far is it from Tōfuku-ji to Nijō Castle?

The distance between Tōfuku-ji and Nijō Castle is 8 km.

How do I travel from Tōfuku-ji to Nijō Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Tōfuku-ji to Nijō Castle without a car is to train and subway which takes 33 min and costs ¥460 - ¥600.

How long does it take to get from Tōfuku-ji to Nijō Castle?

It takes approximately 33 min to get from Tōfuku-ji to Nijō Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tōfuku-ji to Nijō Castle train from?

Tōfuku-ji to Nijō Castle train services, operated by Keihan Electric Railway, depart from Tobakaido station.

Where does the Tōfuku-ji to Nijō Castle train arrive?

Tōfuku-ji to Nijō Castle train services, operated by Keihan Electric Railway, arrive at Sanjo station.

Where can I stay near Nijō Castle?

There are 3752+ hotels available in Nijō Castle.

Tōfuku-ji to Nijō Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, taxi, and foot

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There are 4 ways to get from Tōfuku-ji to Nijō Castle by train, subway, taxi, or foot

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Tobakaido to Sanjotrain Keihan Main Line / ...
2. Take the subway from Sanjokeihan to Nijojomaesubway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
33 min
¥469–565
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Nijōtrain Sagano Line Local / ...
57 min
¥110–160
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tōfuku-ji to Nijō Castletaxi 6.6 km
8 min
¥2,800–3,400
Walk
1. Take the walk from Tōfuku-ji to Nijō Castlewalk 6.4 km
1h 16m

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Distance: 8 km
Duration: 33 min

What companies run services between Tōfuku-ji, Japan and Nijō Castle, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kyōto to Nijō every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥110–160 and the journey takes 5 min.

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