What is the cheapest way to get from Nara Station to Sanjo(Kyoto)?

The cheapest way to get from Nara Station to Sanjo(Kyoto) is to drive which costs ¥650 - ¥1000 and takes 44 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Nara Station to Sanjo(Kyoto)?

The fastest way to get from Nara Station to Sanjo(Kyoto) is to drive which takes 44 min and costs ¥650 - ¥1000.

Is there a direct train between Nara Station and Sanjo(Kyoto)?

No, there is no direct train from Nara Station to Sanjo(Kyoto). However, there are services departing from Kintetsu-Nara and arriving at Sanjo via Tambabashi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Nara Station to Sanjo(Kyoto)?

The distance between Nara Station and Sanjo(Kyoto) is 43 km. The road distance is 40.1 km.

How do I travel from Nara Station to Sanjo(Kyoto) without a car?

The best way to get from Nara Station to Sanjo(Kyoto) without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs ¥1400 - ¥1800.

How long does it take to get from Nara Station to Sanjo(Kyoto)?

It takes approximately 1h 4m to get from Nara Station to Sanjo(Kyoto), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nara Station to Sanjo(Kyoto) train from?

Nara Station to Sanjo(Kyoto) train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, depart from Kintetsu-Nara station.

Where does the Nara Station to Sanjo(Kyoto) train arrive?

Nara Station to Sanjo(Kyoto) train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, arrive at Kintetsu-Tambabashi station.

Can I drive from Nara Station to Sanjo(Kyoto)?

Yes, the driving distance between Nara Station to Sanjo(Kyoto) is 40 km. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Nara Station to Sanjo(Kyoto).

Where can I stay near Sanjo(Kyoto)?

There are 3749+ hotels available in Sanjo(Kyoto).

Nara Station to Sanjo(Kyoto) - 5 ways to travel via train, line 205 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Nara Station to Sanjo(Kyoto) by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kintetsu-Nara to Kintetsu-Tambabashitrain Limited Express / ...
2. Take the train from Tambabashi to Sanjotrain Keihan Main Line Limited Express / ...
1h 4m
¥1,460–1,765
Drive 40.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nara Station to Sanjo(Kyoto)car 40.1 km
44 min
¥696–1,005
Train, line 205 bus
1. Take the train from Nara to Kyōtotrain D: Nara Line Local / ...
2. Take the bus from Kyoto Station to Kawaramachi Sanjobus 205
2h 7m
¥891–1,147
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nara Station to Sanjo(Kyoto)taxi 40.1 km
44 min
¥15,000–19,000
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Nara to Rokujizōtrain D: Nara Line Local / ...
2. Take the subway from Rokujizo(Subway) to Sanjokeihansubway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai
1h 9m
¥809–1,050

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Distance: 42.9 km
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Nara Station, Japan and Sanjo(Kyoto), Japan?

You can take a vehicle from Nara Station to Sanjo via Kintetsu-Nara, Kintetsu-Tambabashi, and Tambabashi in around 1h 4m.

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