What is the cheapest way to get from Nara-shi to Arashiyama?

The cheapest way to get from Nara-shi to Arashiyama is to train via Heijo which costs ¥800 - ¥1000 and takes 1h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nara-shi to Arashiyama?

The fastest way to get from Nara-shi to Arashiyama is to drive which takes 49 min and costs ¥750 - ¥1200.

Is there a direct bus between Nara-shi and Arashiyama?

No, there is no direct bus from Nara-shi to Arashiyama station. However, there are services departing from Nara-ken Convention Center 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-shi and Arashiyama?

No, there is no direct train from Nara-shi to Arashiyama. However, there are services departing from Nara and arriving at Saga-Arashiyama via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Nara-shi to Arashiyama?

The distance between Nara-shi and Arashiyama is 53 km. The road distance is 44.6 km.

How do I travel from Nara-shi to Arashiyama without a car?

The best way to get from Nara-shi to Arashiyama without a car is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs ¥850 - ¥1300.

How long does it take to get from Nara-shi to Arashiyama?

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Nara-shi to Arashiyama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nara-shi to Arashiyama bus from?

Nara-shi to Arashiyama bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Nara-ken Convention Center station.

Where do I catch the Nara-shi to Arashiyama train from?

Nara-shi to Arashiyama train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Nara station.

Train or bus from Nara-shi to Arashiyama?

The best way to get from Nara-shi to Arashiyama is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs ¥850 - ¥1300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3100 - ¥3900 and takes 2h 56m.

Where does the Nara-shi to Arashiyama bus arrive?

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

Where does the Nara-shi to Arashiyama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nara-shi to Arashiyama?

Yes, the driving distance between Nara-shi to Arashiyama is 45 km. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Nara-shi to Arashiyama.

Where can I stay near Arashiyama?

There are 3766+ hotels available in Arashiyama.

Nara-shi to Arashiyama - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Nara-shi to Arashiyama 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 18m
¥861–1,207
Drive 44.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nara-shi to Arashiyamacar 44.6 km
49 min
¥776–1,120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nara-ken Convention Center to Osaka Itami Airport North Terminalbus T
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
2h 56m
¥3,178–3,845
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nara-shi to Arashiyamataxi 44.6 km
49 min
¥16,000–20,000
Train via Heijo
1. Take the train from Heijo to Kyōtotrain B: Kyoto Line Local
1h 20m
¥798–993

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Distance: 52.7 km
Duration: 1h 18m

What companies run services between Nara-shi, Japan and Arashiyama, 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 Nara-ken Convention Center to Saga-Arashiyama via Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal, Osaka Airport, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, and Kyōto in around 2h 56m.

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