What is the cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Golden Temple?

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Golden Temple is to drive which costs ¥8000 - ¥12000 and takes 5h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tokyo to Golden Temple?

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Golden Temple is to fly and train and line 205 bus which takes 4h 25m and costs ¥13000 - ¥21000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Golden Temple?

No, there is no direct bus from Tokyo to Golden Temple. However, there are services departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Kinkakuji Michi via Kyoto Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Golden Temple?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Golden Temple. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Kyoto via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Golden Temple?

The distance between Tokyo and Golden Temple is 492 km. The road distance is 460.9 km.

How do I travel from Tokyo to Golden Temple without a car?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Golden Temple without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Golden Temple?

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Tokyo to Golden Temple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Golden Temple bus from?

Tokyo to Golden Temple bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Golden Temple train from?

Tokyo to Golden Temple train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Tōkyō Station.

Train or bus from Tokyo to Golden Temple?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Golden Temple is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3400 - ¥13000 and takes 7h 53m.

Where does the Tokyo to Golden Temple bus arrive?

Tokyo to Golden Temple bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, arrive at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi.

Where does the Tokyo to Golden Temple train arrive?

Tokyo to Golden Temple train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyoto station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Golden Temple?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Golden Temple is 461 km. It takes approximately 5h 7m to drive from Tokyo to Golden Temple.

Where can I stay near Golden Temple?

There are 3729+ hotels available in Golden Temple.

Tokyo to Golden Temple - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Tokyo to Golden Temple by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
3h 19m
Bus via Kyoto Station Hachijo Guchi
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyoto Station Hachijo Guchibus Jx225
8h 7m
¥2,430–14,551
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchibus
7h 53m
¥3,430–12,230
Drive 460.9 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Golden Templecar 460.9 km
5h 7m
¥7,996–11,549
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Osaka International Airport, train, line 205 bus
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane HND - ITM
2. Take the train from Minami-ibaraki to Saiintrain
3. Take the bus from Nishioji Shijo to Waratenjin-maebus
4h 25m
¥13,540–20,914
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Kobe, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB)plane HND - UKB
2. Take the train from Ashiya to Kyōtotrain
4h 50m
¥12,320–27,194
Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport, train, line 205 bus
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to 空港第2ビル Narita Airport Terminal 2·3train
2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane NRT - ITM
3. Take the train from Minami-ibaraki to Saiintrain
4. Take the bus from Nishioji Shijo to Waratenjin-maebus
5h 2m
¥17,113–35,615
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)plane HND - NGO
2. Take the train from Nagoya to Kyototrain
4h 42m
Train to Ibaraki Airport, fly to Kobe, train
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Ishiokatrain
2. Fly from Ibaraki Airport (IBR) to Kobe (UKB)plane IBR - UKB
3. Take the train from Ashiya to Kyōtotrain
5h 39m
¥20,050–39,594

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) flights

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1h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 491.9 km
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Golden Temple, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Kyoto every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 2h 34m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi once daily. Tickets cost ¥3,200–12,000 and the journey takes 7h 8m.

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