What is the cheapest way to get from Osaka to Nara National Museum?

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Nara National Museum is to train which costs ¥550 - ¥700 and takes 48 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Osaka to Nara National Museum?

The fastest way to get from Osaka to Nara National Museum is to drive which takes 35 min and costs ¥550 - ¥850.

Is there a direct train between Osaka and Nara National Museum?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kintetsu-Nippombashi and arriving at Kintetsu-Nara. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Osaka to Nara National Museum?

The distance between Osaka and Nara National Museum is 33 km. The road distance is 33.1 km.

How do I travel from Osaka to Nara National Museum without a car?

The best way to get from Osaka to Nara National Museum without a car is to train which takes 48 min and costs ¥550 - ¥700.

How long does it take to get from Osaka to Nara National Museum?

The train from Kintetsu-Nippombashi to Kintetsu-Nara takes 39 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Nara National Museum train from?

Osaka to Nara National Museum train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway, depart from Kintetsu-Nippombashi station.

Where does the Osaka to Nara National Museum train arrive?

Osaka to Nara National Museum train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway, arrive at Kintetsu-Nara station.

Can I drive from Osaka to Nara National Museum?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka to Nara National Museum is 33 km. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Osaka to Nara National Museum.

Where can I stay near Nara National Museum?

There are 466+ hotels available in Nara National Museum.

Osaka to Nara National Museum - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Osaka to Nara National Museum by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kintetsu-Nippombashi to Kintetsu-Naratrain A: Nara Line Express / ...
48 min
¥550–700
Drive 33.1 km
1. Drive from Osaka to Nara National Museumcar 33.1 km
35 min
¥574–829
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Nara National Museumtaxi 33.1 km
35 min
¥12,000–15,000
Train via Ōsaka
1. Take the train from Ōsaka to Naratrain Yamatoji Rapid Service
1h 8m
¥976–1,269

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Distance: 32.8 km
Duration: 48 min

What companies run services between Osaka, Japan and Nara National Museum, Japan?

Kintetsu Railway operates a train from Kintetsu-Nippombashi to Kintetsu-Nara every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥550–700 and the journey takes 39 min.

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