What is the cheapest way to get from Nara Station to Nijō Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Nara Station to Nijō Castle is to drive which costs ¥700 - ¥1100 and takes 43 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Nara Station to Nijō Castle?

The fastest way to get from Nara Station to Nijō Castle is to drive which takes 43 min and costs ¥700 - ¥1100.

Is there a direct train between Nara Station and Nijō Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Nara Station to Nijō Castle. However, there are services departing from Nara and arriving at Nijojomae via Rokujizo(Subway). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Nara Station to Nijō Castle?

The distance between Nara Station and Nijō Castle is 47 km. The road distance is 42.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Nara Station to Nijō Castle without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 23m and costs ¥800 - ¥1100.

How long does it take to get from Nara Station to Nijō Castle?

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from Nara Station to Nijō Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nara Station to Nijō Castle train from?

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

Where does the Nara Station to Nijō Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nara Station to Nijō Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Nara Station to Nijō Castle is 42 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Nara Station to Nijō Castle.

Where can I stay near Nijō Castle?

There are 3749+ hotels available in Nijō Castle.

Nara Station to Nijō Castle - 3 ways to travel via train, subway, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Nara Station to Nijō Castle by train, subway, car, or taxi

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Nara to Rokujizōtrain D: Nara Line Local / ...
2. Take the subway from Rokujizo(Subway) to Nijojomaesubway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai
1h 23m
¥819–1,070
Drive 42.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nara Station to Nijō Castlecar 42.4 km
43 min
¥736–1,062
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nara Station to Nijō Castletaxi 42.4 km
43 min
¥16,000–19,000

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Distance: 47.5 km
Duration: 1h 23m

What companies run services between Nara Station, Japan and Nijō Castle, Japan?

There is no direct connection from Nara Station to Nijō Castle. However, you can take the train to Rokujizō, walk to Rokujizo(Subway), take the subway to Nijojomae, then walk to Nijō Castle. Alternatively, you can drive from Nara Station to Nijō Castle in around 43 min.

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