What is the cheapest way to get from Kumamoto to Nara Station?

The cheapest way to get from Kumamoto to Nara Station is to train which costs ¥10000 - ¥15000 and takes 4h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kumamoto to Nara Station?

The fastest way to get from Kumamoto to Nara Station is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs ¥10000 - ¥15000.

Is there a direct bus between Kumamoto and Nara Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Kumamoto to Nara Station. However, there are services departing from Kumamoto Sakuramachi BT and arriving at Abeno Harukas via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Kumamoto and Nara Station?

No, there is no direct train from Kumamoto to Nara Station. However, there are services departing from Kumamoto and arriving at Nara via Shin-Ōsaka Station and Tennōji. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Kumamoto to Nara Station?

The distance between Kumamoto and Nara Station is 698 km. The road distance is 712.4 km.

How do I travel from Kumamoto to Nara Station without a car?

The best way to get from Kumamoto to Nara Station without a car is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs ¥10000 - ¥15000.

How long does it take to get from Kumamoto to Nara Station?

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Kumamoto to Nara Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kumamoto to Nara Station bus from?

Kumamoto to Nara Station bus services, operated by Kintetsu Bus, depart from Kumamoto Sakuramachi BT station.

Where do I catch the Kumamoto to Nara Station train from?

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

Where does the Kumamoto to Nara Station bus arrive?

Kumamoto to Nara Station bus services, operated by Kintetsu Bus, arrive at Abeno Harukas station.

Where does the Kumamoto to Nara Station train arrive?

Kumamoto to Nara Station train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shin Osaka station.

Can I drive from Kumamoto to Nara Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Kumamoto to Nara Station is 712 km. It takes approximately 9h 14m to drive from Kumamoto to Nara Station.

Where can I stay near Nara Station?

There are 9778+ hotels available in Nara Station.

Kumamoto to Nara Station - 7 ways to travel via train, night bus, car

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There are 7 ways to get from Kumamoto to Nara Station by train, night bus, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kumamoto to Shin Osakatrain Sakura
4h 41m
¥10,273–14,293
Night bus
cheapest
1. Take the night bus from Kumamoto Sakuramachi BT to Abeno Harukasnightbus Sunrise
12h 14m
¥8,550–12,550
Drive 712.4 km
1. Drive from Kumamoto to Nara Stationcar 712.4 km
9h 14m
¥12,359–17,851
Train to Aso Kumamoto Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kumamoto to Higoozutrain
2. Fly from Aso Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane KMJ - ITM
3. Take the train from Tennōji to Naratrain
4h 53m
Train to Fukuoka Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kumamoto to Hakata Fukuokatrain
2. Fly from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane FUK - ITM
3. Take the train from Tennōji to Naratrain
4h 42m
¥13,898–22,951
Fly Aso Kumamoto Airport to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, train
1. Fly from Aso Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)plane KMJ - NGO
2. Take the train from Nagoya to Kyototrain
3. Take the train from Kyōto to Naratrain
6h 20m
Train to Fukuoka Airport, fly to Tokushima Airport, bus, train
1. Take the train from Kumamoto to Hakata Fukuokatrain
2. Fly from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to Tokushima Airport (TKS)plane FUK - TKS
3. Take the bus from Kousoku Naruto to Kousoku Maikobus
4. Take the train from Maiko to Ōsakatrain
5. Take the train from Ōsaka to Naratrain
6h 24m
¥26,298–47,101

Aso Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) flights

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1h 13mAverage Duration

¥12,983Cheapest Price

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Distance: 698.2 km
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Kumamoto, Japan and Nara Station, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kumamoto to Shin Osaka every 3 hours. Tickets cost ¥9,000–14,000 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Alternatively, Kintetsu Bus operates a vehicle from Kumamoto Sakuramachi BT to Abeno Harukas once daily. Tickets cost ¥8,000–12,000 and the journey takes 11h 21m.

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