Facts about the transport from Nara to Osaka
| Cheapest Transport | $19 |
| Fastest Transport | 25m |
| Earliest Departure | 9:30 午前 |
| Latest Departure | 9:30 午前 |
| Departures per day | 24 |
| Distance | 70 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Japan Railways West |
Nara to Osaka
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Nara to Osaka Destination Reviews
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Anthony MThe website made me buy more tickets than necessary and at the end I couldn't even make the trip
Nara to Osaka, Train 1 Day Pass, Kintetsu Railway, Apr 30, 2025
Nara to Osaka Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Taxi | Gounity Travel | Van 7pax | Any time | +1h | $190.00 | |
Train | Kintetsu Railway | 1 Day Pass | 07:00 | 07:40 | $11.38 | |
Train | Limited Express | Reserved | 07:30 | 07:48 | $26.44 | |
Train | Kintetsu Railway | 1 Day Pass | 08:00 | 08:40 | $11.38 | |
Train | Kintetsu Railway | 1 Day Pass | 09:00 | 09:40 | $11.38 | |
Train | Japan Railways West | 1 Day Pass | 09:30 | 09:55 | $16.77 | |
Train | Kintetsu Railway | 1 Day Pass | 10:00 | 10:40 | $11.38 | |
Train | Kintetsu Railway | 1 Day Pass | 11:00 | 11:40 | $11.38 | |
Train | Japan Railways West | 1 Day Pass | 11:30 | 11:55 | $16.77 | |
Train | Kintetsu Railway | 1 Day Pass | 12:00 | 12:40 | $11.38 | |
Train | Kintetsu Railway | 1 Day Pass | 13:00 | 13:40 | $11.38 | |
Train | Japan Railways West | 1 Day Pass | 13:30 | 13:55 | $16.77 | |
Train | Kintetsu Railway | 1 Day Pass | 14:00 | 14:40 | $11.38 | |
Train | Kintetsu Railway | 1 Day Pass | 15:00 | 15:40 | $11.38 | |
Train | Japan Railways West | 1 Day Pass | 15:30 | 15:55 | $16.77 | |
Train | Kintetsu Railway | 1 Day Pass | 16:00 | 16:40 | $11.38 | |
Train | Kintetsu Railway | 1 Day Pass | 17:00 | 17:40 | $11.38 | |
Train | Japan Railways West | 1 Day Pass | 17:30 | 17:55 | $16.77 | |
Train | Kintetsu Railway | 1 Day Pass | 18:00 | 18:40 | $11.38 | |
Train | Kintetsu Railway | 1 Day Pass | 19:00 | 19:40 | $11.38 |
How to get from Nara to Osaka
Travelling between Nara and Osaka 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 45.71 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 18.28.
How long does it take to get from Nara to Osaka?
It can take you anywhere between 1 and 1 hours to travel between Nara and Osaka depending on the means of transport you choose.
Train is the fastest way to travel between Nara and Osaka. Train will bring you to your destination in 25m. Taxi does a much slower job and take about 43m to reach Osaka.
How much does it cost to get from Nara to Osaka?
Travelling between Nara and Osaka can be as cheap as USD 18.28 if you opt for a Japan Railways West train and as expensive as USD 45.71 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 Nara and Osaka ?
- 24 from Nara to Osaka starting from 09:30 Nara until 09:30 Nara
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Nara to Osaka.
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 Nara and Osaka
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
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 Nara to Osaka?
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
Transportation from Nara to Osaka
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Trains$ 18.28
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Taxis$ 211.88
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Buses are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Vans are not available