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

The cheapest way to get from Nagoya to Tenri is to train via Matsusaka which costs ¥2300 - ¥2900 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nagoya to Tenri is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs ¥2300 - ¥3400.

Is there a direct train between Nagoya and Tenri?

No, there is no direct train from Nagoya station to Tenri. However, there are services departing from Nagoya Station and arriving at Nagara via Kyōto and Nara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Nagoya to Tenri?

The distance between Nagoya and Tenri is 189 km. The road distance is 136 km.

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

The best way to get from Nagoya to Tenri without a car is to train via Kyoto which takes 2h 26m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Nagoya to Tenri, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nagoya to Tenri train from?

Nagoya to Tenri train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Nagoya Station.

Train or bus from Nagoya to Tenri?

The best way to get from Nagoya to Tenri is to train via Kyoto which takes 2h 26m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2700 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Nagoya to Tenri train arrive?

Nagoya to Tenri train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Nagoya to Tenri?

Yes, the driving distance between Nagoya to Tenri is 136 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Nagoya to Tenri.

Where can I stay near Tenri?

There are 370+ hotels available in Tenri.

Nagoya to Tenri - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Nagoya to Tenri by train, bus, or car

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

Train via Kyoto
best
1. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Kyōtotrain Nozomi / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Naratrain D: Nara Line Local / ...
2h 26m
Train via Matsusaka
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kintetsukanie to Isenakagawatrain [86174] Kintetsu Nagoya Line Exp. / ...
2. Take the train from Isenakagawa to Sakurai(Nara)train [84553] Kintetsu Osaka Line Exp.
3h 58m
¥2,298–2,850
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to JR Nara Stationbus
3h 11m
¥2,700
Drive 136 km
1. Drive from Nagoya to Tenricar 136 km
1h 50m
¥2,342–3,383
Train
1. Take the train from Kintetsu-Nagoya to Yamato-Yagitrain Urban Liner / ...
2h 57m
¥3,600–4,400

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 188.8 km
Duration: 2h 26m

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

You can take a train from Nagoya Station to Nagara via Kyōto and Nara in around 2h 26m. Alternatively, Meitetsu Bus operates a bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to JR Nara Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost ¥2,700 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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