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

The cheapest way to get from Nara Station to Shiga is to drive which costs ¥750 - ¥1100 and takes 46 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Nara Station to Shiga is to drive which takes 46 min and costs ¥750 - ¥1100.

Is there a direct bus between Nara Station and Shiga?

No, there is no direct bus from Nara Station station to Shiga station. However, there are services departing from JR Nara Station and arriving at Kyoto Station Hachijou gate via Osaka Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Nara Station and Shiga?

No, there is no direct train from Nara Station to Shiga. However, there are services departing from Nara and arriving at Zeze via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Nara Station to Shiga?

The distance between Nara Station and Shiga is 54 km. The road distance is 43.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Nara Station to Shiga without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs ¥850 - ¥1300.

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

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Nara Station to Shiga, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Nara Station to Shiga?

The best way to get from Nara Station to Shiga is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs ¥850 - ¥1300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3200 - ¥4000 and takes 2h 56m.

Where does the Nara Station to Shiga bus arrive?

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

Where does the Nara Station to Shiga train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nara Station to Shiga?

Yes, the driving distance between Nara Station to Shiga is 44 km. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Nara Station to Shiga.

Where can I stay near Shiga?

There are 3683+ hotels available in Shiga.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nara to Kyōtotrain D: Nara Line Local / ...
1h 15m
¥881–1,227
Drive 43.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nara Station to Ōtsucar 43.6 km
46 min
¥757–1,094
Bus
1. Take the bus from JR Nara Station to Osaka Itami Airport North Terminalbus T
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
2h 56m
¥3,260–3,937
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nara Station to Ōtsutaxi 43.6 km
46 min
¥16,000–20,000
Train via Rokujizō
1. Take the train from Nara to Rokujizōtrain D: Nara Line Local / ...
1h 21m
¥1,039–1,350

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Distance: 54 km
Duration: 1h 15m

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Nara to Kyōto every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥650–950 and the journey takes 56 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from JR Nara Station to Zeze via Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal, Osaka Airport, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, and Kyōto in around 2h 56m.

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