Nearest airport
Kansai International Airport | 75 km | 1.5 hours by train and bus
Itinerary ideas
Nara holiday itinerary ideas
Nara, Japan
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From Osaka, take the Kintetsu Nara Line train directly to Nara Station (about 45 minutes). From Kyoto, board the Kintetsu Kyoto Line to reach Nara Station in approximately 45 minutes. Car rental is available but public transport is recommended in the city.
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Nearest railway
Nara Railway Station | 0 km | Direct connection
Nearest bus stop
Nara Bus Station | 1 km | 10 minutes walk from Nara Station
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From Osaka, take the Kintetsu Nara Line train directly to Nara Station (about 45 minutes). From Kyoto, board the Kintetsu Kyoto Line to reach Nara Station in approximately 45 minutes. Car rental is available but public transport is recommended in the city.
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