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

The cheapest way to get from Umeda to Tōdai-ji is to drive which costs ¥600 - ¥900 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Umeda to Tōdai-ji is to drive which takes 38 min and costs ¥600 - ¥900.

Is there a direct bus between Umeda and Tōdai-ji?

No, there is no direct bus from Umeda to Tōdai-ji. However, there are services departing from Osaka Marubiru and arriving at Kencho-higashi via Osaka Itami Airport and JR Nara Station East. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Umeda to Tōdai-ji. However, there are services departing from Ōsaka and arriving at Nara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Umeda to Tōdai-ji?

The distance between Umeda and Tōdai-ji is 51 km. The road distance is 35.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Umeda to Tōdai-ji without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs ¥950 - ¥1300.

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

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Umeda to Tōdai-ji, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Umeda to Tōdai-ji bus from?

Umeda to Tōdai-ji bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Osaka Marubiru station.

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

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

Train or bus from Umeda to Tōdai-ji?

The best way to get from Umeda to Tōdai-ji is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs ¥950 - ¥1300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2100 - ¥3000 and takes 2h 51m.

Where does the Umeda to Tōdai-ji bus arrive?

Umeda to Tōdai-ji bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal station.

Where does the Umeda to Tōdai-ji train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Umeda to Tōdai-ji?

Yes, the driving distance between Umeda to Tōdai-ji is 35 km. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Umeda to Tōdai-ji.

Where can I stay near Tōdai-ji?

There are 463+ hotels available in Tōdai-ji.

Umeda to Tōdai-ji - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Umeda to Tōdai-ji by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ōsaka to Naratrain Yamatoji Rapid Service
1h 15m
¥976–1,269
Drive 35.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Umeda to Tōdai-jicar 35.4 km
38 min
¥613–886
Bus
1. Take the bus from Osaka Marubiru to Osaka Itami Airport North Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Osaka Itami Airport to JR Nara Stationbus T
2h 51m
¥2,125–2,970
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Umeda to Tōdai-jitaxi 35.4 km
38 min
¥13,000–16,000

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Distance: 51.4 km
Duration: 1h 15m

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Ōsaka to Nara hourly. Tickets cost ¥750–1,100 and the journey takes 51 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Osaka Marubiru to Tōdai-ji via Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal, Osaka Itami Airport, JR Nara Station East, and Kencho-higashi in around 2h 51m.

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