What is the cheapest way to get from Ōsaka (Station) to Kintetsu Nara?

The cheapest way to get from Ōsaka (Station) to Kintetsu Nara is to drive which costs ¥550 - ¥850 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ōsaka (Station) to Kintetsu Nara?

The fastest way to get from Ōsaka (Station) to Kintetsu Nara is to drive which takes 36 min and costs ¥550 - ¥850.

Is there a direct bus between Ōsaka (Station) and Kintetsu Nara?

No, there is no direct bus from Ōsaka (Station) to Kintetsu Nara station. However, there are services departing from Osaka Marubiru and arriving at JR Nara Station via Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Ōsaka (Station) and Kintetsu Nara?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ōsaka and arriving at Nara. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Ōsaka (Station) to Kintetsu Nara?

The distance between Ōsaka (Station) and Kintetsu Nara is 50 km. The road distance is 33.6 km.

How do I travel from Ōsaka (Station) to Kintetsu Nara without a car?

The best way to get from Ōsaka (Station) to Kintetsu Nara without a car is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs ¥750 - ¥1100.

How long does it take to get from Ōsaka (Station) to Kintetsu Nara?

The train from Ōsaka to Nara takes 51 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Ōsaka (Station) to Kintetsu Nara bus from?

Ōsaka (Station) to Kintetsu Nara bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Osaka Marubiru station.

Where do I catch the Ōsaka (Station) to Kintetsu Nara train from?

Ōsaka (Station) to Kintetsu Nara train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Ōsaka station.

Train or bus from Ōsaka (Station) to Kintetsu Nara?

The best way to get from Ōsaka (Station) to Kintetsu Nara is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs ¥750 - ¥1100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1900 - ¥2800 and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the Ōsaka (Station) to Kintetsu Nara bus arrive?

Ōsaka (Station) to Kintetsu Nara bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal station.

Where does the Ōsaka (Station) to Kintetsu Nara train arrive?

Ōsaka (Station) to Kintetsu Nara train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Nara station.

Can I drive from Ōsaka (Station) to Kintetsu Nara?

Yes, the driving distance between Ōsaka (Station) to Kintetsu Nara is 34 km. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Ōsaka (Station) to Kintetsu Nara.

Where can I stay near Kintetsu Nara?

There are 465+ hotels available in Kintetsu Nara.

Ōsaka (Station) to Kintetsu Nara - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ōsaka (Station) to Kintetsu Nara by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ōsaka to Naratrain Yamatoji Rapid Service
1h 11m
¥750–1,100
Drive 33.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ōsaka (Station) to Kintetsu Naracar 33.6 km
36 min
¥581–839
Bus
1. Take the bus from Osaka Marubiru to Osaka Itami Airport North Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Osaka Itami Airport to JR Nara Stationbus T
2h 44m
¥1,905–2,750
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ōsaka (Station) to Kintetsu Narataxi 33.6 km
36 min
¥12,000–16,000

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Distance: 50.3 km
Duration: 1h 11m

What companies run services between Ōsaka (Station), Japan and Kintetsu Nara, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Ōsaka to Nara hourly. Tickets cost ¥750–1,100 and the journey takes 51 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Ōsaka (Station) to Kintetsu Nara via Osaka Marubiru, Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal, Osaka Itami Airport, and JR Nara Station in around 2h 44m.

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