What is the cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Tenri?

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Tenri is to drive which costs ¥900 - ¥1400 and takes 50 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kyoto to Tenri?

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Tenri is to drive which takes 50 min and costs ¥900 - ¥1400.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Tenri?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto to Tenri. However, there are services departing from Kyōto and arriving at Familykoemmae via Nishinokyo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Kyoto to Tenri?

The distance between Kyoto and Tenri is 46 km. The road distance is 54.7 km.

How do I travel from Kyoto to Tenri without a car?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Tenri without a car is to train which takes 53 min and costs ¥1500 - ¥1900.

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

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Kyoto to Tenri, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Tenri train from?

Kyoto to Tenri train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, depart from Kyōto station.

Where does the Kyoto to Tenri train arrive?

Kyoto to Tenri train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, arrive at Nishinokyo station.

Can I drive from Kyoto to Tenri?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Tenri is 55 km. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Kyoto to Tenri.

Where can I stay near Tenri?

There are 377+ hotels available in Tenri.

Kyoto to Tenri - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Kyoto to Tenri by train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Nishinokyotrain Limited Express
2. Take the train from Nishinokyo to Familykoemmaetrain [89228] Kintetsu Kashihara Line Local
53 min
¥1,569–1,874
Drive 54.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kyoto to Tenricar 54.7 km
50 min
¥915–1,321
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Tenritaxi 54.7 km
50 min
¥20,000–25,000
Train via Nagara
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Naratrain D: Nara Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Nara to Nagaratrain [26597] JR Manyo Mahoroba / ...
1h 40m
Train via Tenri
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Yamato-Saidaijitrain Limited Express / ...
2. Take the train from Yamatosaidaiji to Tenritrain [88850] Kintetsu Tenri Line Local
1h 48m
¥962–1,894

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 46 km
Duration: 53 min

What companies run services between Kyoto, Japan and Tenri, Japan?

You can take a train from Kyōto to Familykoemmae via Nishinokyo in around 53 min.

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