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

The cheapest way to get from Nara-shi to Seto is to bus which costs ¥2700 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nara-shi to Seto is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs ¥2600 - ¥3900.

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

No, there is no direct train from Nara-shi to Seto. However, there are services departing from Yamato-Saidaiji and arriving at Setoshi via Kyōto, Nagoya and Kozoji. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Nara-shi to Seto?

The distance between Nara-shi and Seto is 201 km. The road distance is 155.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Nara-shi to Seto without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Nara-shi to Seto, including transfers.

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

Nara-shi to Seto train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, depart from Yamato-Saidaiji station.

Train or bus from Nara-shi to Seto?

The best way to get from Nara-shi to Seto is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2700 and takes 3h 32m.

Where does the Nara-shi to Seto train arrive?

Nara-shi to Seto train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Nara-shi to Seto?

Yes, the driving distance between Nara-shi to Seto is 156 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Nara-shi to Seto.

Where can I stay near Seto?

There are 744+ hotels available in Seto.

Nara-shi to Seto - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Nara-shi to Seto 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 Yamato-Saidaiji to Kyōto
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Nagoya Station
3. Take the train from Nagoya to Kōzōji
2h 7m
Drive 155.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nara-shi to Seto155.7 km
1h 53m
¥2,652–3,830
Bus
1. Take the bus from JR Nara Station to Meitetsu Bus Center
3h 32m
¥2,700
Train via Nara
1. Take the train from Nara to Kyōto
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Nagoya Station
3. Take the train from Nagoya to Kōzōji
2h 32m
Train #2
1. Take the train from Yamato-Yagi to Kintetsu-NagoyaUrban Liner / ...
3h 46m
¥4,013–4,886

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 200.8 km
Duration: 2h 7m

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

You can take a train from Yamato-Saidaiji to Setoshi via Kyōto, Nagoya, and Kozoji in around 2h 7m. Alternatively, Meitetsu Bus operates a bus from JR Nara Station to Meitetsu Bus Center 5 times a day. Tickets cost ¥2,700 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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