What is the cheapest way to get from Nara-shi to Minabe?

The cheapest way to get from Nara-shi to Minabe is to drive which costs ¥2500 - ¥3800 and takes 2h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nara-shi to Minabe?

The fastest way to get from Nara-shi to Minabe is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs ¥2500 - ¥3800.

Is there a direct bus between Nara-shi and Minabe?

No, there is no direct bus from Nara-shi to Minabe. However, there are services departing from Nara-ken Convention Center and arriving at Minabe Town Hall via Osaka Itami Airport and JR Namba. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Nara-shi and Minabe?

No, there is no direct train from Nara-shi to Minabe. However, there are services departing from Nara and arriving at Minabe via Tennōji. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Nara-shi to Minabe?

The distance between Nara-shi and Minabe is 183 km. The road distance is 151.7 km.

How do I travel from Nara-shi to Minabe without a car?

The best way to get from Nara-shi to Minabe without a car is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Nara-shi to Minabe?

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Nara-shi to Minabe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nara-shi to Minabe bus from?

Nara-shi to Minabe bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Nara-ken Convention Center station.

Where do I catch the Nara-shi to Minabe train from?

Nara-shi to Minabe train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Nara station.

Train or bus from Nara-shi to Minabe?

The best way to get from Nara-shi to Minabe is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3500 - ¥5500 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Nara-shi to Minabe bus arrive?

Nara-shi to Minabe bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Osaka Itami Aiport South Terminal station.

Where does the Nara-shi to Minabe train arrive?

Nara-shi to Minabe train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Tennōji station.

Can I drive from Nara-shi to Minabe?

Yes, the driving distance between Nara-shi to Minabe is 152 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Nara-shi to Minabe.

Where can I stay near Minabe?

There are 291+ hotels available in Minabe.

Nara-shi to Minabe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Nara-shi to Minabe 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
best
1. Take the train from Nara to TennōjiYamatoji Rapid Service / ...
2. Take the train from Tennōji to MinabeKuroshio
4h 1m
Drive 151.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nara-shi to Minabe151.7 km
2h 2m
¥2,584–3,732
Bus
1. Take the bus from JR Namba to Minabe Town Hall
4h 16m
¥3,561–5,159
Bus via Osaka Itami Airport (ITM)
1. Take the bus from Nara-ken Convention Center to Osaka Itami Aiport South TerminalT
2. Take the bus from JR Namba to Minabe Town Hall
5h 41m
¥5,432–7,302

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 183.4 km
Duration: 4h 1m

What companies run services between Nara-shi, Japan and Minabe, Wakayama, Japan?

You can take a train from Nara to Minabe via Tennōji in around 4h 1m. Alternatively, Meiko Bus operates a bus from JR Namba to Minabe Town Hall every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥3,000–4,500 and the journey takes 2h 33m.

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