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

The cheapest way to get from Nara-shi to Iya Valley is to drive which costs ¥4500 - ¥6500 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nara-shi to Iya Valley is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs ¥4500 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct bus between Nara-shi and Iya Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Nara-shi to Iya Valley. However, there are services departing from Nara-ken Convention Center and arriving at Miyoshi via Osaka Airport and Sannomiya BT. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Nara-shi and Iya Valley?

No, there is no direct train from Nara-shi to Iya Valley. However, there are services departing from Shin-Omiya and arriving at Oboke via Namba, Shin Osaka and Okayama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Nara-shi to Iya Valley?

The distance between Nara-shi and Iya Valley is 329 km. The road distance is 260.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Nara-shi to Iya Valley without a car is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Nara-shi to Iya Valley, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Nara-shi to Iya Valley?

The best way to get from Nara-shi to Iya Valley is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Nara-shi to Iya Valley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Nara-shi to Iya Valley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nara-shi to Iya Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Nara-shi to Iya Valley is 260 km. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Nara-shi to Iya Valley.

Where can I stay near Iya Valley?

There are 84+ hotels available in Iya Valley.

Nara-shi to Iya Valley - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Nara-shi to Iya Valley by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Okayamatrain Sakura / ...
2. Take the train from Okayama to Oboketrain [187012] Ltd. Exp Nanpu 5 / ...
6h 10m
Drive 260.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nara-shi to Iya Valleycar 260.3 km
3h 57m
¥4,517–6,524
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nara-ken Convention Center to Osaka Itami Airport North Terminalbus T
2. Take the bus from Sannomiya BT to Miyoshibus
6h 55m

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Distance: 329.1 km
Duration: 6h 10m

What companies run services between Nara-shi, Japan and Iya Valley, Japan?

You can take a train from Shin-Omiya to Iya Valley via Osaka-Namba, Namba, Shin-Ōsaka Station, Shin Osaka, Okayama, Oboke, 大歩危橋, and 祖谷大橋 in around 6h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nara-ken Convention Center to Iya Valley via Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal, Osaka Airport, Kobe Sannomiya Station, Sannomiya BT, and Miyoshi in around 6h 55m.

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