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

The cheapest way to get from Nara Station to Ōsaka is to drive which costs ¥500 - ¥800 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Nara Station to Ōsaka is to drive which takes 34 min and costs ¥500 - ¥800.

Is there a direct bus between Nara Station and Ōsaka?

No, there is no direct bus from Nara Station station to Ōsaka. However, there are services departing from JR Nara Station and arriving at Osaka Marubiru via Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Nara Station and Ōsaka?

No, there is no direct train from Nara Station to Ōsaka. However, there are services departing from Nara and arriving at Yodoyabashi via Tennoji. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h.

How far is it from Nara Station to Ōsaka?

The distance between Nara Station and Ōsaka is 44 km. The road distance is 31.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Nara Station to Ōsaka without a car is to train which takes 1h and costs ¥800 - ¥1100.

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

It takes approximately 1h to get from Nara Station to Ōsaka, including transfers.

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

Nara Station to Ōsaka bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from JR Nara Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Nara Station to Ōsaka?

The best way to get from Nara Station to Ōsaka is to train which takes 1h and costs ¥800 - ¥1100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2400 - ¥2900 and takes 2h 28m.

Where does the Nara Station to Ōsaka bus arrive?

Nara Station to Ōsaka bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Osaka Itami Aiport South Terminal station.

Where does the Nara Station to Ōsaka train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nara Station to Ōsaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Nara Station to Ōsaka is 31 km. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Nara Station to Ōsaka.

Where can I stay near Ōsaka?

There are 9543+ hotels available in Ōsaka.

Nara Station to Ōsaka - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Nara Station to Ōsaka by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nara to Tennōjitrain Yamatoji Rapid Service / ...
1h
¥814–1,085
Drive 31.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nara Station to Osakacar 31.3 km
34 min
¥544–785
Bus
1. Take the bus from JR Nara Station to Osaka Itami Aiport South Terminalbus T
2. Take the bus from Osaka Itami Airport to Osaka Marubirubus
2h 28m
¥2,398–2,828
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nara Station to Osakataxi 31.3 km
34 min
¥12,000–15,000
Train via Osaka-Namba
1. Take the train from Shin-Omiya to Osaka-Nambatrain A: Nara Line Rapid Express / ...
1h 2m
¥761–899

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Distance: 44.4 km
Duration: 1h

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Nara to Tennōji every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥550–850 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from JR Nara Station to Osaka Marubiru via Osaka Itami Aiport South Terminal and Osaka Itami Airport in around 2h 28m.

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