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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Nara Station and Shijō Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Nara Station station to Shijō Station 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 46m.

Is there a direct train between Nara Station and Shijō Station?

No, there is no direct train from Nara Station to Shijō Station. However, there are services departing from Nara and arriving at Shijo via Kyoto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Nara Station to Shijō Station?

The distance between Nara Station and Shijō Station is 44 km. The road distance is 40.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Nara Station to Shijō Station without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs ¥850 - ¥1200.

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

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from Nara Station to Shijō Station, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Nara Station to Shijō Station?

The best way to get from Nara Station to Shijō Station is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs ¥850 - ¥1200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3200 - ¥3900 and takes 2h 46m.

Where does the Nara Station to Shijō Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Nara Station to Shijō Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nara Station to Shijō Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Nara Station to Shijō Station is 40 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Nara Station to Shijō Station.

Where can I stay near Shijō Station?

There are 3749+ hotels available in Shijō Station.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Nara Station to Shijō Station 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 5m
¥871–1,167
Drive 40.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nara Station to Shijō Stationcar 40.4 km
43 min
¥699–1,010
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 46m
¥3,250–3,877
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nara Station to Shijō Stationtaxi 40.4 km
43 min
¥15,000–19,000

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Distance: 44.1 km
Duration: 1h 5m

What companies run services between Nara Station, Japan and Shijō Station, 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 Shijo via Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal, Osaka Airport, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, and Kyoto in around 2h 46m.

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