What is the cheapest way to get from Nara Station to Yasaka Shrine?

The cheapest way to get from Nara Station to Yasaka Shrine is to drive which costs ¥650 - ¥1000 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Nara Station to Yasaka Shrine?

The fastest way to get from Nara Station to Yasaka Shrine is to drive which takes 46 min and costs ¥650 - ¥1000.

Is there a direct train between Nara Station and Yasaka Shrine?

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

How far is it from Nara Station to Yasaka Shrine?

The distance between Nara Station and Yasaka Shrine is 43 km. The road distance is 40.3 km.

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

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

How long does it take to get from Nara Station to Yasaka Shrine?

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

Where do I catch the Nara Station to Yasaka Shrine train from?

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

Where does the Nara Station to Yasaka Shrine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nara Station to Yasaka Shrine?

Yes, the driving distance between Nara Station to Yasaka Shrine is 40 km. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Nara Station to Yasaka Shrine.

Where can I stay near Yasaka Shrine?

There are 3747+ hotels available in Yasaka Shrine.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Nara Station to Yasaka Shrine by train, 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 Gion-Shijotrain Keihan Main Line Limited Express / ...
1h 12m
¥1,460–1,765
Drive 40.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nara Station to Yasaka Shrinecar 40.3 km
46 min
¥695–1,004
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nara Station to Yasaka Shrinetaxi 40.3 km
46 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 Higashiyama(Kyoto)subway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai
1h 18m
¥799–1,050

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Distance: 43.1 km
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between Nara Station, Japan and Yasaka Shrine, Kyoto, Japan?

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

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