What is the cheapest way to get from Nagoya to Nara-shi?

The cheapest way to get from Nagoya to Nara-shi is to bus which costs ¥2700 and takes 2h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nagoya to Nara-shi?

The fastest way to get from Nagoya to Nara-shi is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs ¥2400 - ¥3500.

Is there a direct bus between Nagoya and Nara-shi?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Meitetsu Bus Center and arriving at Kintetsu Nara Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Nagoya and Nara-shi?

No, there is no direct train from Nagoya to Nara-shi. However, there are services departing from Nagoya and arriving at Nara via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Nagoya to Nara-shi?

The distance between Nagoya and Nara-shi is 176 km. The road distance is 139 km.

How do I travel from Nagoya to Nara-shi without a car?

The best way to get from Nagoya to Nara-shi without a car is to train via Kyoto which takes 1h 48m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Nagoya to Nara-shi?

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Nagoya to Nara-shi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nagoya to Nara-shi bus from?

Nagoya to Nara-shi bus services, operated by Meitetsu Bus, depart from Meitetsu Bus Center station.

Where do I catch the Nagoya to Nara-shi train from?

Nagoya to Nara-shi train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Nagoya station.

Train or bus from Nagoya to Nara-shi?

The best way to get from Nagoya to Nara-shi is to train via Kyoto which takes 1h 48m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2700 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Nagoya to Nara-shi bus arrive?

Nagoya to Nara-shi bus services, operated by Meitetsu Bus, arrive at Kintetsu Nara Station.

Where does the Nagoya to Nara-shi train arrive?

Nagoya to Nara-shi train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyoto station.

Can I drive from Nagoya to Nara-shi?

Yes, the driving distance between Nagoya to Nara-shi is 139 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Nagoya to Nara-shi.

How do I get a train ticket from Nagoya to Nara-shi?

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Where can I stay near Nara-shi?

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Nagoya to Nara-shi - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Nagoya to Nara-shi by train, bus, or car

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Train via Kyoto
best
1. Take the train from Nagoya to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Naratrain D: Nara Line Local / ...
1h 48m
Drive 139 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nagoya to Nara-shicar 139 km
1h 58m
¥2,411–3,482
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to Kintetsu Nara Stationbus
2h 30m
¥2,700
Train
1. Take the train from Kintetsu-Nagoya to Yamato-Yagitrain Urban Liner / ...
2h 33m
¥4,054–4,853

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Distance: 176.1 km
Duration: 1h 48m

What companies run services between Nagoya, Japan and Nara-shi, Japan?

You can take a train from Nagoya to Nara via Kyoto and Kyōto in around 1h 48m. Alternatively, Meitetsu Bus operates a bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to Kintetsu Nara Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost ¥2,700 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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