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

The cheapest way to get from Nara-shi to Bamboo Forest is to drive which costs ¥800 - ¥1200 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Nara-shi to Bamboo Forest is to drive which takes 53 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1200.

Is there a direct bus between Nara-shi and Bamboo Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Nara-shi to Bamboo Forest 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 3h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Nara-shi and Bamboo Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Nara-shi to Bamboo Forest. However, there are services departing from Nara and arriving at Saga-Arashiyama via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Nara-shi to Bamboo Forest?

The distance between Nara-shi and Bamboo Forest is 56 km. The road distance is 46.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Nara-shi to Bamboo Forest without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs ¥850 - ¥1300.

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

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Nara-shi to Bamboo Forest, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Nara-shi to Bamboo Forest?

The best way to get from Nara-shi to Bamboo Forest is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs ¥850 - ¥1300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3100 - ¥3900 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Nara-shi to Bamboo Forest bus arrive?

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

Where does the Nara-shi to Bamboo Forest train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nara-shi to Bamboo Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Nara-shi to Bamboo Forest is 46 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Nara-shi to Bamboo Forest.

Where can I stay near Bamboo Forest?

There are 3775+ hotels available in Bamboo Forest.

Nara-shi to Bamboo Forest - 5 ways to travel via train, line 205 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Nara-shi to Bamboo Forest by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nara to Kyōtotrain D: Nara Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Saga-Arashiyamatrain Sagano Line Local / ...
2h 2m
¥861–1,207
Drive 46.2 km
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1. Drive from Nara-shi to Bamboo Forestcar 46.2 km
53 min
¥801–1,156
Train, line 205 bus
1. Take the train from Yamato-Saidaiji to Tojitrain
2. Take the bus from Toji Michi to Nishioji Shijobus 205
3. Take the train from Sai to Arashiyama(Tramway)train
2h 11m
¥1,049–1,154
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
3h 40m
¥3,178–3,845
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nara-shi to Bamboo Foresttaxi 46.2 km
53 min
¥17,000–21,000

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Distance: 56.3 km
Duration: 2h 2m

What companies run services between Nara-shi, Japan and Bamboo Forest, Kyoto, Japan?

You can take a train from Nara to Bamboo Forest via Kyōto and Saga-Arashiyama in around 2h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nara-ken Convention Center to Bamboo Forest via Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal, Osaka Airport, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, Kyōto, and Saga-Arashiyama in around 3h 40m.

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