Bus Route: Temple 29 to Temple 30

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Bus Route from Kokubunji to Zenrakuji

You can travel from Temple 29, Kokubunji Temple, to Temple 30, Zenrakuji Temple, by bus in approximately 45 minutes for ¥480.

Walking the entire route takes approximately 7 km and 2 hours, so taking the bus is a convenient option if you want to reduce the amount of walking.

From Kokubunji Temple, walk approximately 1.5 km to Kokubun-dori Bus Stop, then take the bus to Ikku-jinjya-mae Bus Stop. From there, Zenrakuji Temple is only about 500 meters away on foot, making this a relatively straightforward route.

This article introduces the fare, travel time, and timetable for the bus route from Temple 29, Kokubunji Temple, to Temple 30, Zenrakuji Temple.

Temple Information

Timetable

Comparing Public Transportation and Walking Routes

The distance from Temple 29, Kokubunji, to Temple 30, Zenrakuji is approximately 7 km and takes about 2 hours on foot.

By public transportation, you can make the journey in about 45 minutes for ¥480, making it a convenient option if you want to reduce the amount of walking.

Item	Public Transportation	Walking
Travel time	About 45 minutes	About 2 hours
Fare	¥480	Free
Features	Reduces the walking distance	Walk at your own pace

Taking the Bus

From Kokubunji, walk about 1.5 km to Kokubun-dori Bus Stop, where you can take a Tosaden Kotsu local bus.

After getting off at Ikku Jinjya-mae Bus Stop, Zenrakuji is only about 500 m away. The main advantage of this route is that you can reach Zenrakuji while reducing the amount of walking.

However, depending on the bus schedule, you may have to wait for the next bus. It is recommended to check the timetable before setting out.

Walking to Zenrakuji

Walking from Kokubunji to Zenrakuji takes approximately 2 hours and covers about 7 km.

Although it takes longer than using public transportation, walking means you do not have to worry about bus schedules and can travel at your own pace.

If the weather is good and you have plenty of time, walking all the way from Kokubunji to Zenrakuji is also a good option.

Which Route Is Recommended?

If you want to reduce the walking distance and travel time, taking the bus is recommended.

On the other hand, if the bus schedule does not fit your plans or you want to enjoy walking the pilgrimage route, the 7 km walk is a manageable distance.

Since the distance from Kokubunji to Zenrakuji is about 7 km, you can choose your route based on your time and energy level: “about 45 minutes and ¥480 by bus, or about 2 hours on foot.”

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