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

The cheapest way to get from Nara Station to Dōtonbori is to train which costs ¥550 - ¥650 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Nara Station to Dōtonbori is to drive which takes 35 min and costs ¥500 - ¥800.

Is there a direct bus between Nara Station and Dōtonbori?

No, there is no direct bus from Nara Station station to Dōtonbori station. However, there are services departing from JR Nara Station and arriving at Nanba Station, Osaka via Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Nara Station and Dōtonbori?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shin-Omiya and arriving at Kintetsu-Nippombashi. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Nara Station to Dōtonbori?

The distance between Nara Station and Dōtonbori is 32 km. The road distance is 31.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Nara Station to Dōtonbori without a car is to train which takes 53 min and costs ¥550 - ¥650.

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

The train from Shin-Omiya to Kintetsu-Nippombashi takes 35 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

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

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

Nara Station to Dōtonbori train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway, depart from Shin-Omiya station.

Train or bus from Nara Station to Dōtonbori?

The best way to get from Nara Station to Dōtonbori is to train which takes 53 min and costs ¥550 - ¥650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2500 - ¥3000 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Nara Station to Dōtonbori bus arrive?

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

Where does the Nara Station to Dōtonbori train arrive?

Nara Station to Dōtonbori train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway, arrive at Kintetsu-Nippombashi station.

Can I drive from Nara Station to Dōtonbori?

Yes, the driving distance between Nara Station to Dōtonbori is 31 km. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Nara Station to Dōtonbori.

Where can I stay near Dōtonbori?

There are 9579+ hotels available in Dōtonbori.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Omiya to Kintetsu-Nippombashitrain A: Nara Line Rapid Express / ...
53 min
¥550–650
Drive 31.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nara Station to Dōtonboricar 31.3 km
35 min
¥543–784
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 Nanba Station, Osakabus N
2h 10m
¥2,498–2,928
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nara Station to Dōtonboritaxi 31.3 km
35 min
¥12,000–15,000
Train via JR-Namba
1. Take the train from Nara to JR-Nambatrain Q: Yamatoji Line Local / ...
54 min
¥600–900

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Distance: 31.9 km
Duration: 53 min

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

Kintetsu Railway operates a train from Shin-Omiya to Kintetsu-Nippombashi every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥550–650 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from JR Nara Station to Nanba Station, Osaka via Osaka Itami Aiport South Terminal and Osaka Itami Airport in around 2h 10m.

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