Kyoto
Travel
2021.04.16
For 220 days from April 23 to November 28, 2021, we will operate the highway bus “Kyoto Koyasan Line” that connects Kyoto and Koyasan without changing trains (approval pending).
Koyasan was opened as a dojo for Shingon Esoteric Buddhism by Kukai (Kobo Daishi). Boasting more than 1200 years of foundation, it is a place where history, culture and nature are condensed, which was registered as a World Heritage Site “Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range” in 2004.
By expanding the service period, you can enjoy the fresh green of spring, summer summer, autumn leaves and Mt. Koya in each season.
The highway bus “Kyoto Koyasan Line” connects Kyoto and Koyasan in about 2 hours and 30 minutes. It is much more convenient than traveling by train, which requires a transfer.
Recommended points
| Secure a seat for peace of mind: | You can use advance purchase at convenience stores and online reservation. |
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| For day trips: | Staying time at Mt. Koya is about 5 hours! It’s easier to plan a day trip. |
| Bus stop: | On Mt. Koya, there are two stops, “Okunoin-mae” and “Daimon Minami Parking Lot”, which are ideal for sightseeing. |
| Infectious disease control: | In order to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus infection, we are implementing measures to prevent infection of crew members, constant operation of the in-vehicle ventilation system, antibacterial and antiviral processing on the vehicle. |
*In addition, we plan to increase the number of bus stops and flights (+1 round trip) from autumn, making it even more convenient for the tourist season.
| Operating period: | Operates daily from April 23, 2021 (Friday) to November 28, 2021 (Sunday) |
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| Operating company: | Keihan Bus Co., Ltd., Nankai Rinkan Bus Co., Ltd. |
| Vehicle: | Highway bus vehicle (with toilet) |
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| Fares: | * Half price for children (1) Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit-Daimon Minami Parking Lot, Okunoin Mae (Mt. Koya) Adult one way 2,500 yen Adult round trip 4,500 yen (2) High-speed Kyotanabe-Daimon Minami Parking Lot, Okunoin Mae (Mt. Koya) Adult one way 2,200 yen Adult round trip 3,960 yen |
* The round-trip ticket is valid for 10 days from the date of boarding on the outbound route.
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