What is the cheapest way to get from Kimpusen-ji to Kōya?

The cheapest way to get from Kimpusen-ji to Kōya is to drive which costs ¥800 - ¥1200 and takes 52 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kimpusen-ji to Kōya?

The fastest way to get from Kimpusen-ji to Kōya is to drive which takes 52 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1200.

Is there a direct train between Kimpusen-ji and Kōya?

No, there is no direct train from Kimpusen-ji to Kōya. However, there are services departing from Yoshino(Nara) and arriving at Kōyasan-eki via Yoshinoguchi, Hashimoto(Wakayama) and Gokurakubashi Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Kimpusen-ji to Kōya?

The distance between Kimpusen-ji and Kōya is 57 km. The road distance is 48.3 km.

How do I travel from Kimpusen-ji to Kōya without a car?

The best way to get from Kimpusen-ji to Kōya without a car is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Kimpusen-ji to Kōya?

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Kimpusen-ji to Kōya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kimpusen-ji to Kōya train from?

Kimpusen-ji to Kōya train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway, depart from Yoshino(Nara) station.

Where does the Kimpusen-ji to Kōya train arrive?

Kimpusen-ji to Kōya train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway, arrive at Yoshinoguchi station.

Can I drive from Kimpusen-ji to Kōya?

Yes, the driving distance between Kimpusen-ji to Kōya is 48 km. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Kimpusen-ji to Kōya.

Where can I stay near Kōya?

There are 83+ hotels available in Kōya.

Kimpusen-ji to Kōya - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 3 ways to get from Kimpusen-ji to Kōya by train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Yoshino(Nara) to Yoshinoguchi
2. Take the train from Yoshinoguchi to Hashimoto(Wakayama)
3. Take the train from Hashimoto(Wakayama) to Gokurakubashi
3h 52m
Drive 48.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kimpusen-ji to Kōya48.3 km
52 min
¥823–1,188
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kimpusen-ji to Kōya48.3 km
52 min
¥18,000–22,000

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Distance: 56.7 km
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Kimpusen-ji, Japan and Kōya, Wakayama, Japan?

You can take a vehicle from Kimpusen-ji to Kōyasan-eki via Yoshino(Nara), Yoshinoguchi, Hashimoto(Wakayama), Gokurakubashi, and Gokurakubashi Station in around 3h 52m.

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