What is the cheapest way to get from Kintetsu Nara to Hōryūji?

The cheapest way to get from Kintetsu Nara to Hōryūji is to train which costs ¥220 - ¥310 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kintetsu Nara to Hōryūji?

The fastest way to get from Kintetsu Nara to Hōryūji is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs ¥6000 - ¥7500.

Is there a direct train between Kintetsu Nara and Hōryūji?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nara and arriving at Hōryūji. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Kintetsu Nara to Hōryūji?

The distance between Kintetsu Nara and Hōryūji is 13 km. The road distance is 14.8 km.

How do I travel from Kintetsu Nara to Hōryūji without a car?

The best way to get from Kintetsu Nara to Hōryūji without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs ¥220 - ¥310.

How long does it take to get from Kintetsu Nara to Hōryūji?

The train from Nara to Hōryūji takes 16 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Kintetsu Nara to Hōryūji train from?

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

Where does the Kintetsu Nara to Hōryūji train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kintetsu Nara to Hōryūji?

Yes, the driving distance between Kintetsu Nara to Hōryūji is 15 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Kintetsu Nara to Hōryūji.

Where can I stay near Hōryūji?

There are 8277+ hotels available in Hōryūji.

Kintetsu Nara to Hōryūji - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kintetsu Nara to Hōryūji by train, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nara to Hōryūjitrain Yamatoji Rapid Service / ...
36 min
¥220–310
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kintetsu Nara to Hōryūjitaxi 14.8 km
15 min
¥6,000–7,500
Drive 14.8 km
1. Drive from Kintetsu Nara to Hōryūjicar 14.8 km
15 min
¥256–370

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Distance: 13.4 km
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Kintetsu Nara, Japan and Hōryūji, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Nara to Hōryūji every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥220–310 and the journey takes 16 min.

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