What is the cheapest way to get from Kōya to Tenri?

The cheapest way to get from Kōya to Tenri is to drive which costs ¥1000 - ¥1600 and takes 1h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kōya to Tenri?

The fastest way to get from Kōya to Tenri is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs ¥1000 - ¥1600.

Is there a direct train between Kōya and Tenri?

No, there is no direct train from Kōya to Tenri. However, there are services departing from Kōyasan-eki and arriving at Nagara via Gokurakubashi, Hashimoto(Wakayama) and Takada(Nara). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Kōya to Tenri?

The distance between Kōya and Tenri is 70 km. The road distance is 61.5 km.

How do I travel from Kōya to Tenri without a car?

The best way to get from Kōya to Tenri without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2100.

How long does it take to get from Kōya to Tenri?

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Kōya to Tenri, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kōya to Tenri train from?

Kōya to Tenri train services, operated by Nankai Electric Railway, depart from Gokurakubashi station.

Where does the Kōya to Tenri train arrive?

Kōya to Tenri train services, operated by Nankai Electric Railway, arrive at Hashimoto(Wakayama) station.

Can I drive from Kōya to Tenri?

Yes, the driving distance between Kōya to Tenri is 61 km. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Kōya to Tenri.

Where can I stay near Tenri?

There are 426+ hotels available in Tenri.

Kōya to Tenri - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Kōya to Tenri by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gokurakubashi to Hashimoto(Wakayama)train [95132] Nankai Koya / ...
2. Take the train from Hashimoto(Wakayama) to Takada(Nara)train [27116] JR Wakayama
4h 7m
¥1,660–2,090
Drive 61.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kōya to Tenricar 61.5 km
1h 6m
¥1,068–1,543
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kōya to Tenritaxi 61.5 km
1h 6m
¥23,000–28,000

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Distance: 69.6 km
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Kōya, Wakayama, Japan and Tenri, Japan?

You can take a vehicle from Kōyasan-eki to Nagara via Gokurakubashi Station, Gokurakubashi, Hashimoto(Wakayama), and Takada(Nara) in around 4h 7m.

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