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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Kintetsu Nara is to train via Nara which costs ¥650 - ¥950 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Kintetsu Nara is to train which takes 35 min and costs ¥1300 - ¥1600.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Kintetsu Nara?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kyōto and arriving at Kintetsu-Nara. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Kyoto to Kintetsu Nara?

The distance between Kyoto and Kintetsu Nara is 39 km. The road distance is 42 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Kintetsu Nara without a car is to train which takes 35 min and costs ¥1300 - ¥1600.

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

The train from Kyōto to Kintetsu-Nara takes 35 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

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

Kyoto to Kintetsu Nara train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, depart from Kyōto station.

Where does the Kyoto to Kintetsu Nara train arrive?

Kyoto to Kintetsu Nara train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, arrive at Kintetsu-Nara station.

Can I drive from Kyoto to Kintetsu Nara?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Kintetsu Nara is 42 km. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Kyoto to Kintetsu Nara.

Where can I stay near Kintetsu Nara?

There are 464+ hotels available in Kintetsu Nara.

Kyoto to Kintetsu Nara - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Kyoto to Kintetsu Nara by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Kintetsu-Naratrain Limited Express / ...
35 min
¥1,300–1,600
Train via Nara
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Naratrain D: Nara Line Local / ...
1h 21m
¥650–950
Drive 42 km
1. Drive from Kyoto to Kintetsu Naracar 42 km
44 min
¥730–1,054
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Kintetsu Narataxi 42 km
44 min
¥16,000–19,000

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Distance: 39.5 km
Duration: 35 min

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

Kintetsu Railway Limited Express operates a train from Kyōto to Kintetsu-Nara 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥1,300–1,600 and the journey takes 35 min.

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