What is the cheapest way to get from Todaiji to Hōryūji?

The cheapest way to get from Todaiji to Hōryūji is to drive which costs ¥700 - ¥1100 and takes 47 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Todaiji to Hōryūji?

The fastest way to get from Todaiji to Hōryūji is to drive which takes 47 min and costs ¥700 - ¥1100.

Is there a direct train between Todaiji and Hōryūji?

No, there is no direct train from Todaiji to Hōryūji. However, there are services departing from Shimamoto and arriving at Hōryūji via Ōsaka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Todaiji to Hōryūji?

The distance between Todaiji and Hōryūji is 64 km. The road distance is 42.7 km.

How do I travel from Todaiji to Hōryūji without a car?

The best way to get from Todaiji to Hōryūji without a car is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs ¥950 - ¥1500.

How long does it take to get from Todaiji to Hōryūji?

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Todaiji to Hōryūji, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Todaiji to Hōryūji train from?

Todaiji to Hōryūji train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Shimamoto station.

Where does the Todaiji to Hōryūji train arrive?

Todaiji to Hōryūji train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Ōsaka station.

Can I drive from Todaiji to Hōryūji?

Yes, the driving distance between Todaiji to Hōryūji is 43 km. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Todaiji to Hōryūji.

Where can I stay near Hōryūji?

There are 8277+ hotels available in Hōryūji.

Todaiji to Hōryūji - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Todaiji to Hōryūji by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shimamoto to Ōsakatrain JR Kyoto Line / ...
2. Take the train from Ōsaka to Hōryūjitrain Yamatoji Rapid Service
1h 35m
¥989–1,459
Drive 42.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Todaiji to Hōryūjicar 42.7 km
47 min
¥739–1,067
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Todaiji to Hōryūjitaxi 42.7 km
47 min
¥16,000–20,000

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Distance: 63.7 km
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Todaiji, Japan and Hōryūji, Japan?

You can take a train from Shimamoto to Hōryūji via Ōsaka in around 1h 35m.

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