Kyoto to Nara

Kyoto to Nara

Kyoto
Nara
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Kyoto to Nara Destination Reviews

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Kyoto to Nara, Train 1 Day Pass, Kintetsu Railway, May 22, 2025
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Kyoto to Nara Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Gounity Travel
Economy Plus 5pax
Any time
+1h
$175.00
Train
Kintetsu Railway
5 Day Pass plus
05:00
05:50
$36.71
Train
Kintetsu Railway
5 Day Pass plus
05:30
06:20
$36.71
Train
Kintetsu Railway
5 Day Pass plus
06:00
06:50
$36.71
Train
Kintetsu Railway
5 Day Pass plus
06:30
07:20
$36.71
Train
Kintetsu Railway
1 Day Pass
07:00
07:40
$11.26
  4.8
Train
Kintetsu Railway
5 Day Pass plus
07:30
08:20
$36.71
Train
Kintetsu Railway
1 Day Pass
08:00
08:40
$11.26
  4.8
Train
Kintetsu Railway
5 Day Pass plus
08:30
09:20
$36.71
Train
Kintetsu Railway
1 Day Pass
09:00
09:40
$11.26
  4.8
Train
Kintetsu Railway
5 Day Pass plus
09:30
10:20
$36.71
Train
Kintetsu Railway
1 Day Pass
10:00
10:40
$11.26
  4.8
Train
Kintetsu Railway
5 Day Pass plus
10:30
11:20
$36.71
Train
Kintetsu Railway
1 Day Pass
11:00
11:40
$11.26
  4.8
Train
Kintetsu Railway
5 Day Pass plus
11:30
12:20
$36.71
Train
Kintetsu Railway
1 Day Pass
12:00
12:40
$11.26
  4.8
Train
Kintetsu Railway
5 Day Pass plus
12:30
13:20
$36.71
Train
Kintetsu Railway
1 Day Pass
13:00
13:40
$11.26
  4.8
Train
Kintetsu Railway
5 Day Pass plus
13:30
14:20
$36.71
Train
Kintetsu Railway
1 Day Pass
14:00
14:40
$11.26
  4.8

Transportation from Kyoto to Nara

Facts about the transport from Kyoto to Nara

Cheapest Transport$19
Fastest Transport30m
Earliest Departure9:00 AM
Latest Departure7:00 PM
Departures per day24
Distance49 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDaytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Gounity Travel, Japan Railways West

How to get from Kyoto to Nara

Travelling between Kyoto and Nara is possible by Train and taxi. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Taxi is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 45.20 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 18.08.

How long does it take to get from Kyoto to Nara?

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 1 hours to travel between Kyoto and Nara depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Kyoto and Nara. Train will bring you to your destination in 30m. Taxi does a much slower job and take about 1h to reach Nara.

How much does it cost to get from Kyoto to Nara?

Travelling between Kyoto and Nara can be as cheap as USD 18.08 if you opt for a Japan Railways West train and as expensive as USD 45.20 if you buy a Japan Railways West Train ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Kyoto and Nara ?

  • 24 from Kyoto to Nara starting from 09:00 Kyoto until 19:00 Kyoto

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Kyoto to Nara.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Kyoto and Nara

Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Gounity Travel

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Kyoto to Nara?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% took a train