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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Nara Station and Osaka?

No, there is no direct bus from Nara Station station to Osaka. However, there are services departing from JR Nara Station and arriving at Herbis Osaka via Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Nara Station and Osaka?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nara and arriving at Ōsaka. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Nara Station to Osaka?

The distance between Nara Station and Osaka is 49 km. The road distance is 31.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Nara Station to Osaka without a car is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs ¥750 - ¥1100.

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

The train from Nara to Ōsaka takes 1h 2m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Nara Station to Osaka?

The best way to get from Nara Station to Osaka is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs ¥750 - ¥1100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2400 - ¥2900 and takes 2h 21m.

Where does the Nara Station to Osaka bus arrive?

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

Where does the Nara Station to Osaka train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nara Station to Osaka?

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

How do I get a train ticket from Nara Station to Osaka?

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Nara Station to Osaka - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Nara Station to Osaka by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nara to Ōsakatrain Yamatoji Rapid Service / ...
1h 2m
¥750–1,100
Drive 31.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nara Station to Osakacar 31.3 km
34 min
¥543–785
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 Herbis Osakabus
2h 21m
¥2,398–2,828
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nara Station to Osakataxi 31.3 km
34 min
¥12,000–15,000

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Distance: 48.6 km
Duration: 1h 2m

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Nara to Ōsaka every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥750–1,100 and the journey takes 1h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from JR Nara Station to Herbis Osaka via Osaka Itami Aiport South Terminal and Osaka Itami Airport in around 2h 21m.

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