Walking distance from Fushimi Inari-taisha to Heian Jingū

Kyoto, JP

Distance
6.38 km
3.96 mi
Walking time
1h 25m
at a regular pace

Travel time by mode

🚶Walking1h 25mrecommended
🚴Cycling24 minif bike-friendly
🚗Driving11 mindepending on traffic

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Walking the route

  • Add 10-15 minutes for photo stops at Fushimi Inari-taisha or Heian Jingū.
  • The route runs through Kyoto streets - wear comfortable shoes.
  • Standing at the entrance of Fushimi Inari-taisha, you’re greeted by the vibrant vermilion torii gates that seem to stretch endlessly up the mountain. The air is fresh, filled with the earthy scent of moss and damp wood,

Other walking distances in Kyoto

Kiyomizu-dera TempleFushimi Inari-taisha4.41 km · 59 minKiyomizu-dera TempleHeian-kyō2.03 km · 27 minKiyomizu-dera TempleGinkaku-ji Temple5.39 km · 1h 12mKiyomizu-dera TempleTō-ji Temple5.02 km · 1h 7mKiyomizu-dera TempleHeian Jingū3.16 km · 42 minKinkaku-ji TempleHeian-kyō7.26 km · 1h 37m

FAQ

How far is Fushimi Inari-taisha from Heian Jingū?
6.38 km (3.96 mi) on foot. The walk is direct through Kyoto.
How long does it take to walk?
About 1h 25m at a regular pace. Add 10-15 minutes for photo stops or rest breaks.
Can I walk between Fushimi Inari-taisha and Heian Jingū?
Yes - the 6.38 km route is suitable for most walkers. Full turn-by-turn directions.