What is the cheapest way to get from Sakai to Nara Station?

The cheapest way to get from Sakai to Nara Station is to drive which costs ¥750 - ¥1200 and takes 39 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Sakai to Nara Station?

The fastest way to get from Sakai to Nara Station is to drive which takes 39 min and costs ¥750 - ¥1200.

Is there a direct bus between Sakai and Nara Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Sakai station to Nara Station station. However, there are services departing from Nanba Station, Osaka and arriving at JR Nara Station via Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Sakai and Nara Station?

No, there is no direct train from Sakai to Nara Station. However, there are services departing from Sakai and arriving at Nara via Shin-Imamiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Sakai to Nara Station?

The distance between Sakai and Nara Station is 47 km. The road distance is 44.1 km.

How do I travel from Sakai to Nara Station without a car?

The best way to get from Sakai to Nara Station without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs ¥850 - ¥1200.

How long does it take to get from Sakai to Nara Station?

It takes approximately 1h 4m to get from Sakai to Nara Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sakai to Nara Station bus from?

Sakai to Nara Station bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Nanba Station, Osaka.

Where do I catch the Sakai to Nara Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Sakai to Nara Station?

The best way to get from Sakai to Nara Station is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs ¥850 - ¥1200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2300 - ¥3200 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Sakai to Nara Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sakai to Nara Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sakai to Nara Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Sakai to Nara Station is 44 km. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Sakai to Nara Station.

Where can I stay near Nara Station?

There are 464+ hotels available in Nara Station.

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There are 4 ways to get from Sakai to Nara Station by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Imamiya to Naratrain Yamatoji Rapid Service / ...
1h 4m
¥880–1,167
Drive 44.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sakai to Nara Stationcar 44.1 km
39 min
¥767–1,108
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nanba Station, Osaka to Osaka Itami Airport North Terminalbus N
2. Take the bus from Osaka Itami Airport to JR Nara Stationbus T
2h 30m
¥2,297–3,186
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sakai to Nara Stationtaxi 44.1 km
39 min
¥16,000–20,000

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Distance: 47.1 km
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Sakai, Ōsaka, Japan and Nara Station, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shin-Imamiya to Nara every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥600–850 and the journey takes 41 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sakai to JR Nara Station via Namba, Nanba Station, Osaka, Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal, and Osaka Itami Airport in around 2h 30m.

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