What is the cheapest way to get from Ōsaka to Nara-ken?

The cheapest way to get from Ōsaka to Nara-ken is to drive which costs ¥500 - ¥800 and takes 32 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ōsaka to Nara-ken?

The fastest way to get from Ōsaka to Nara-ken is to drive which takes 32 min and costs ¥500 - ¥800.

Is there a direct bus between Ōsaka and Nara-ken?

No, there is no direct bus from Ōsaka to Nara-ken. However, there are services departing from Osaka Marubiru and arriving at Nara-ken Convention Center via Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Ōsaka and Nara-ken?

No, there is no direct train from Ōsaka to Nara-ken. However, there are services departing from Yodoyabashi and arriving at Shin-Omiya via Osaka-Namba. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Ōsaka to Nara-ken?

The distance between Ōsaka and Nara-ken is 34 km. The road distance is 30.2 km.

How do I travel from Ōsaka to Nara-ken without a car?

The best way to get from Ōsaka to Nara-ken without a car is to train which takes 41 min and costs ¥750 - ¥950.

How long does it take to get from Ōsaka to Nara-ken?

It takes approximately 41 min to get from Ōsaka to Nara-ken, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ōsaka to Nara-ken bus from?

Ōsaka to Nara-ken bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Osaka Marubiru station.

Where do I catch the Ōsaka to Nara-ken train from?

Ōsaka to Nara-ken train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway, depart from Osaka-Namba station.

Train or bus from Ōsaka to Nara-ken?

The best way to get from Ōsaka to Nara-ken is to train which takes 41 min and costs ¥750 - ¥950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1800 - ¥2800 and takes 2h 22m.

Where does the Ōsaka to Nara-ken bus arrive?

Ōsaka to Nara-ken bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal station.

Where does the Ōsaka to Nara-ken train arrive?

Ōsaka to Nara-ken train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway, arrive at Shin-Omiya station.

Can I drive from Ōsaka to Nara-ken?

Yes, the driving distance between Ōsaka to Nara-ken is 30 km. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Ōsaka to Nara-ken.

Where can I stay near Nara-ken?

There are 466+ hotels available in Nara-ken.

Ōsaka to Nara-ken - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Ōsaka to Nara-ken by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Osaka-Namba to Shin-Omiyatrain A: Nara Line Express / ...
41 min
¥750–933
Drive 30.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Osaka to Nara-shicar 30.2 km
32 min
¥525–758
Bus
1. Take the bus from Osaka Marubiru to Osaka Itami Airport North Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Osaka Itami Airport to Nara-ken Convention Centerbus T
2h 22m
¥1,805–2,750
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Nara-shitaxi 30.2 km
32 min
¥11,000–14,000

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Distance: 34.3 km
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between Ōsaka, Japan and Nara-ken, Japan?

Kintetsu Railway operates a train from Osaka-Namba to Shin-Omiya every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥550–700 and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Osaka Marubiru to Nara-ken Convention Center via Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal and Osaka Itami Airport in around 2h 22m.

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