What is the cheapest way to get from Osaka-Namba to Nara Station?

The cheapest way to get from Osaka-Namba to Nara Station is to train via Shin-Omiya which costs ¥550 - ¥700 and takes 54 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Osaka-Namba to Nara Station?

The fastest way to get from Osaka-Namba to Nara Station is to drive which takes 34 min and costs ¥550 - ¥850.

Is there a direct train between Osaka-Namba and Nara Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from JR-Namba and arriving at Nara. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from Osaka-Namba to Nara Station?

The distance between Osaka-Namba and Nara Station is 42 km. The road distance is 32 km.

How do I travel from Osaka-Namba to Nara Station without a car?

The best way to get from Osaka-Namba to Nara Station without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs ¥600 - ¥900.

How long does it take to get from Osaka-Namba to Nara Station?

The train from JR-Namba to Nara takes 44 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Osaka-Namba to Nara Station train from?

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

Where does the Osaka-Namba to Nara Station train arrive?

Osaka-Namba to Nara Station train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Nara station.

Can I drive from Osaka-Namba to Nara Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka-Namba to Nara Station is 32 km. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Osaka-Namba to Nara Station.

Where can I stay near Nara Station?

There are 466+ hotels available in Nara Station.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Osaka-Namba to Nara Station by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from JR-Namba to Naratrain Q: Yamatoji Line Local / ...
49 min
¥600–900
Train via Shin-Omiya
cheapest
1. Take the train from Osaka-Namba to Shin-Omiyatrain A: Nara Line Express / ...
54 min
¥550–700
Drive 32 km
1. Drive from Osaka-Namba to Nara Stationcar 32 km
34 min
¥557–804
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka-Namba to Nara Stationtaxi 32 km
34 min
¥12,000–15,000

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Distance: 41.6 km
Duration: 49 min

What companies run services between Osaka-Namba, Japan and Nara Station, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from JR-Namba to Nara hourly. Tickets cost ¥600–900 and the journey takes 44 min.

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