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

The cheapest way to get from Nara Station to Todaiji is to drive which costs ¥600 - ¥900 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Nara Station to Todaiji is to drive which takes 37 min and costs ¥600 - ¥900.

Is there a direct train between Nara Station and Todaiji?

No, there is no direct train from Nara Station to Todaiji. However, there are services departing from Kintetsu-Nara and arriving at Hashimoto via Tambabashi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Nara Station to Todaiji?

The distance between Nara Station and Todaiji is 46 km. The road distance is 35.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Nara Station to Todaiji without a car is to train via Kintetsu-Tambabashi which takes 1h 12m and costs ¥1400 - ¥1800.

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

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Nara Station to Todaiji, including transfers.

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

Nara Station to Todaiji train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, depart from Kintetsu-Nara station.

Where does the Nara Station to Todaiji train arrive?

Nara Station to Todaiji train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, arrive at Kintetsu-Tambabashi station.

Can I drive from Nara Station to Todaiji?

Yes, the driving distance between Nara Station to Todaiji is 36 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Nara Station to Todaiji.

Where can I stay near Todaiji?

There are 4019+ hotels available in Todaiji.

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

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

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Train via Kintetsu-Tambabashi
best
1. Take the train from Kintetsu-Nara to Kintetsu-Tambabashitrain Limited Express / ...
2. Take the train from Tambabashi to Hashimototrain Keihan Main Line Semi-Express / ...
1h 12m
¥1,480–1,785
Drive 35.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nara Station to Todaijicar 35.6 km
37 min
¥618–893
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nara Station to Todaijitaxi 35.6 km
37 min
¥13,000–17,000
Train
1. Take the train from Nara to Kyōtotrain D: Nara Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Yamazakitrain JR Kyoto Line / ...
1h 22m
¥911–1,277

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Distance: 46 km
Duration: 1h 12m

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

You can take a vehicle from Nara Station to Hashimoto via Kintetsu-Nara, Kintetsu-Tambabashi, and Tambabashi in around 1h 12m.

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