What is the cheapest way to get from Uji to Tōdai-ji?

The cheapest way to get from Uji to Tōdai-ji is to drive which costs ¥450 - ¥700 and takes 28 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Uji to Tōdai-ji?

The fastest way to get from Uji to Tōdai-ji is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs ¥10000 - ¥13000.

Is there a direct train between Uji and Tōdai-ji?

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

How far is it from Uji to Tōdai-ji?

The distance between Uji and Tōdai-ji is 30 km. The road distance is 26.2 km.

How do I travel from Uji to Tōdai-ji without a car?

The best way to get from Uji to Tōdai-ji without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs ¥650 - ¥850.

How long does it take to get from Uji to Tōdai-ji?

It takes approximately 1h 4m to get from Uji to Tōdai-ji, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Uji to Tōdai-ji train from?

Uji to Tōdai-ji train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Uji station.

Where does the Uji to Tōdai-ji train arrive?

Uji to Tōdai-ji train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Nara station.

Can I drive from Uji to Tōdai-ji?

Yes, the driving distance between Uji to Tōdai-ji is 26 km. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Uji to Tōdai-ji.

Where can I stay near Tōdai-ji?

There are 463+ hotels available in Tōdai-ji.

Uji to Tōdai-ji - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Uji to Tōdai-ji by train, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Uji to Naratrain D: Nara Line Local / ...
1h 4m
¥661–832
Drive 26.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Uji to Tōdai-jicar 26.2 km
28 min
¥452–653
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Uji to Tōdai-jitaxi 26.2 km
28 min
¥10,000–13,000

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Distance: 29.8 km
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Uji, Japan and Tōdai-ji, Nara-ken, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Uji to Nara every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥440–650 and the journey takes 40 min.

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