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

The cheapest way to get from Nara-shi to Okayama is to drive which costs ¥3300 - ¥4900 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nara-shi to Okayama is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs ¥5500 - ¥8500.

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

No, there is no direct train from Nara-shi to Okayama. However, there are services departing from Shin-Omiya and arriving at Okayama via Namba and Shin-Ōsaka Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Nara-shi to Okayama?

The distance between Nara-shi and Okayama is 197 km. The road distance is 199.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Nara-shi to Okayama without a car is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs ¥5500 - ¥8500.

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

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Nara-shi to Okayama, including transfers.

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

Nara-shi to Okayama train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway, depart from Shin-Omiya station.

Where does the Nara-shi to Okayama train arrive?

Nara-shi to Okayama train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway, arrive at Osaka-Namba station.

Can I drive from Nara-shi to Okayama?

Yes, the driving distance between Nara-shi to Okayama is 200 km. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Nara-shi to Okayama.

Where can I stay near Okayama?

There are 338+ hotels available in Okayama.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Nara-shi to Okayama 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 Shin-Omiya to Osaka-NambaA: Nara Line Rapid Express / ...
2. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to OkayamaNozomi / ...
1h 42m
¥5,591–8,429
Drive 199.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nara-shi to Okayama199.6 km
2h 59m
¥3,385–4,890
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Nara-ken Convention Center to Osaka Itami Airport North TerminalT
2. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to OkayamaNozomi / ...
2h 57m
¥7,124–10,201
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Nara to ŌsakaYamatoji Rapid Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Osaka Station JR Express BT to Okayama Station West ExitOsaka to Okayama
4h 54m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Nara-shi to Okayama.

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Distance: 196.7 km
Duration: 1h 42m

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

You can take a train from Shin-Omiya to Okayama via Osaka-Namba, Namba, Shin-Ōsaka Station, and Shin-Ōsaka Station in around 1h 42m.

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