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

The cheapest way to get from Tenryū-ji to Nijō Castle is to train which costs ¥130 - ¥200 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Tenryū-ji to Nijō Castle is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs ¥3100 - ¥3800.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Saga-Arashiyama and arriving at Nijō. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8 min.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Tenryū-ji to Nijō Castle without a car is to train and subway which takes 37 min and costs .

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

It takes approximately 37 min to get from Tenryū-ji to Nijō Castle, including transfers.

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

Tenryū-ji to Nijō Castle train services, operated by Keifuku Electric Railroad, depart from Arashiyama(Tramway) station.

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

Tenryū-ji to Nijō Castle train services, operated by Keifuku Electric Railroad, arrive at Randen-Tenjingawa station.

Where can I stay near Nijō Castle?

There are 3748+ hotels available in Nijō Castle.

Tenryū-ji to Nijō Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, taxi, and foot

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There are 5 ways to get from Tenryū-ji to Nijō Castle by train, subway, taxi, or foot

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Arashiyama(Tramway) to Randen-Tenjingawatrain [165977] Randen Arashiyama / ...
2. Take the subway from Uzumasatenjingawa to Nijojomaesubway [142350] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
37 min
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Saga-Arashiyama to Nijōtrain Sagano Line Local / ...
40 min
¥130–200
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tenryū-ji to Nijō Castletaxi 7.6 km
10 min
¥3,100–3,800
Walk
1. Take the walk from Tenryū-ji to Nijō Castlewalk 8.8 km
1h 45m
Train via Shijoomiya
1. Take the train from Arashiyama(Tramway) to Shijoomiyatrain [165977] Randen Arashiyama
52 min
¥250

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Distance: 8.2 km
Duration: 37 min

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Saga-Arashiyama to Nijō every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥130–200 and the journey takes 8 min.

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