Bus Route: Temple 58 to Temple 59

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Bus Route from Senyuji to Kokubunji

From Temple 58, Senyuji, to Temple 59, Kokubunji, the bus journey takes approximately 2–3 hours and costs ¥600.

The distance is about 6 km and takes approximately 1 hour 45 minutes on foot.

Taking the bus can reduce the amount of walking, but you need to walk approximately 4.4 km from Senyuji to the nearest bus stop, and you must first travel to Imabari Station. In addition, bus services from Imabari Station to Kokubunji are infrequent, so if the schedule and connections do not work well with your plans, walking may actually get you there faster.

On the other hand, taking the bus can be a good option if you want to stop at Imabari Station for a meal or break, or if you want to reduce the walking distance to Kokubunji as much as possible.

In this article, we introduce the bus route from Temple 58, Senyuji, to Temple 59, Kokubunji, including travel times, fares, timetables, and transfer information.

Temple Information

Timetable

Comparing the Public Transportation and Walking Routes

The distance from Temple 58, Senyuji, to Temple 59, Kokubunji is approximately 6 km and takes about 1 hour 45 minutes on foot.

When using the bus, walk approximately 4.4 km from Senyuji to the Betsumyo bus stop, then take the bus from Betsumyo to Imabari Station. Transfer at Imabari Station and take another bus to Kokubunji. The Kokubunji bus stop is located directly in front of Kokubunji.

Taking the bus reduces the walking distance from about 6 km to approximately 4.4 km, but you still need to walk a long distance from Senyuji to the bus stop. In addition, since you need to travel back to Imabari Station and transfer, the total travel time may not be much different from walking depending on the waiting time for the connections.

Item	Bus	Walking
Travel time	About 2–3 hours	About 1 hour 45 minutes
Fare	¥600	Free
Walking distance	About 4.4 km	About 6 km
Features	Reduces the amount of walking and takes you directly to the front of Kokubunji	Walk without worrying about timetables or transfers
Notes	Requires two buses and a detour back to Imabari Station	Requires about 6 km of walking

Taking the Bus

Walk approximately 4.4 km from Senyuji to the Betsumyo bus stop, then take the bus to Imabari Station. Transfer at Imabari Station and continue to Kokubunji.

The total fare is ¥600. Taking the bus reduces the walking distance by approximately 1.6 km, but because you need to walk a long distance from Senyuji to the bus stop, the reduction in walking is relatively small.

In addition, bus services from Imabari Station to Kokubunji are infrequent, so the total travel time can vary significantly depending on the waiting time for the transfer.

On the other hand, there are restaurants and places to take a break around Imabari Station, making this a convenient option if you want to stop for a meal or rest. The Kokubunji bus stop is also located directly in front of Kokubunji, so there is almost no walking required at the end of the route.

Walking to Kokubunji

The walking route is approximately 6 km and takes about 1 hour 45 minutes.

Although this is about 1.6 km more walking than when using the bus, you can continue directly to Kokubunji without worrying about transfers or waiting for a bus.

Walking is recommended if you want to make efficient use of your time or if the bus schedule does not work well with your plans.

Which Route Is Recommended?

Taking the bus is recommended if you want to reduce the amount of walking or stop at Imabari Station for a meal or break, while walking is recommended if you want to prioritize time and a simple route.

Even when using the bus, you need to walk approximately 4.4 km, and a transfer at Imabari Station is required. Therefore, if you are simply traveling directly from Temple 58, Senyuji, to Temple 59, Kokubunji, walking may actually get you there faster.

On the other hand, taking the bus has advantages if you want to take a break at Imabari Station or reduce the walking distance as much as possible.

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