What is the cheapest way to get from Higashiyama-ku to Nara-shi?

The cheapest way to get from Higashiyama-ku to Nara-shi is to drive which costs ¥650 - ¥1000 and takes 42 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Higashiyama-ku to Nara-shi?

The fastest way to get from Higashiyama-ku to Nara-shi is to train via Kintetsu-Tambabashi which takes 39 min and costs ¥750 - ¥1800.

Is there a direct train between Higashiyama-ku and Nara-shi?

No, there is no direct train from Higashiyama-ku to Nara-shi. However, there are services departing from Gion-Shijo and arriving at Yamato-Saidaiji via Kintetsu-Tambabashi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Higashiyama-ku to Nara-shi?

The distance between Higashiyama-ku and Nara-shi is 36 km. The road distance is 39.7 km.

How do I travel from Higashiyama-ku to Nara-shi without a car?

The best way to get from Higashiyama-ku to Nara-shi without a car is to train via Kintetsu-Tambabashi which takes 39 min and costs ¥750 - ¥1800.

How long does it take to get from Higashiyama-ku to Nara-shi?

It takes approximately 39 min to get from Higashiyama-ku to Nara-shi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Higashiyama-ku to Nara-shi train from?

Higashiyama-ku to Nara-shi train services, operated by Keihan Electric Railway, depart from Gion-Shijo station.

Where does the Higashiyama-ku to Nara-shi train arrive?

Higashiyama-ku to Nara-shi train services, operated by Keihan Electric Railway, arrive at Tambabashi station.

Can I drive from Higashiyama-ku to Nara-shi?

Yes, the driving distance between Higashiyama-ku to Nara-shi is 40 km. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Higashiyama-ku to Nara-shi.

Where can I stay near Nara-shi?

There are 463+ hotels available in Nara-shi.

Higashiyama-ku to Nara-shi - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Higashiyama-ku to Nara-shi by train, car, or taxi

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Train via Kintetsu-Tambabashi
best
1. Take the train from Gion-Shijo to Tambabashitrain Keihan Main Line Limited Express / ...
2. Take the train from Kintetsu-Tambabashi to Yamato-Saidaijitrain Limited Express / ...
39 min
¥774–1,734
Drive 39.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Higashiyama-ku to Nara-shicar 39.7 km
42 min
¥684–987
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Higashiyama-ku to Nara-shitaxi 39.7 km
42 min
¥15,000–18,000
Train
1. Take the train from Tōfukuji to Naratrain D: Nara Line Local / ...
1h 15m
¥852–1,207

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Distance: 36.3 km
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan and Nara-shi, Japan?

You can take a train from Gion-Shijo to Yamato-Saidaiji via Tambabashi and Kintetsu-Tambabashi in around 39 min.

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