What is the cheapest way to get from Hiroshima to Tōdai-ji?

The cheapest way to get from Hiroshima to Tōdai-ji is to train which costs ¥5000 - ¥7500 and takes 2h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hiroshima to Tōdai-ji?

The fastest way to get from Hiroshima to Tōdai-ji is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs ¥5000 - ¥7500.

Is there a direct train between Hiroshima and Tōdai-ji?

No, there is no direct train from Hiroshima to Tōdai-ji. However, there are services departing from Hiroshima and arriving at Kintetsu-Nara via Shin-Ōsaka Station, Osaka-Namba and Shin-Omiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Hiroshima to Tōdai-ji?

The distance between Hiroshima and Tōdai-ji is 344 km. The road distance is 359.8 km.

How do I travel from Hiroshima to Tōdai-ji without a car?

The best way to get from Hiroshima to Tōdai-ji without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs ¥5000 - ¥7500.

How long does it take to get from Hiroshima to Tōdai-ji?

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Hiroshima to Tōdai-ji, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hiroshima to Tōdai-ji train from?

Hiroshima to Tōdai-ji train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Hiroshima station.

Where does the Hiroshima to Tōdai-ji train arrive?

Hiroshima to Tōdai-ji train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shin Osaka station.

Can I drive from Hiroshima to Tōdai-ji?

Yes, the driving distance between Hiroshima to Tōdai-ji is 360 km. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Hiroshima to Tōdai-ji.

Where can I stay near Tōdai-ji?

There are 9810+ hotels available in Tōdai-ji.

Hiroshima to Tōdai-ji - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Hiroshima to Tōdai-ji by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hiroshima to Shin Osakatrain Nozomi / ...
2. Take the train from Osaka-Namba to Shin-Omiyatrain A: Nara Line Express / ...
2h 33m
¥5,408–7,353
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hiroshima BC to Osaka Station Nishigawa Underpassbus Hiroshima EXP / ...
2. Take the train from Ōsaka to Naratrain Yamatoji Rapid Service
6h 44m
¥4,470–10,820
Drive 359.8 km
1. Drive from Hiroshima to Tōdai-jicar 359.8 km
4h 50m
¥6,233–9,003

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Distance: 343.9 km
Duration: 2h 33m

What companies run services between Hiroshima, Japan and Tōdai-ji, Nara-ken, Japan?

You can take a train from Hiroshima to Tōdai-ji via Shin Osaka, Shin-Ōsaka Station, Namba, Osaka-Namba, Shin-Omiya, and Kintetsu-Nara in around 2h 33m.

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