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

The cheapest way to get from Nara-shi to Tsumago is to drive which costs ¥3800 - ¥6000 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nara-shi to Tsumago is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs ¥3800 - ¥6000.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Nara-shi station to Tsumago. However, there are services departing from JR Nara Station and arriving at Tsumagobashi via Meitetsu Bus Center and Magome. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from Nara-shi to Tsumago?

The distance between Nara-shi and Tsumago is 270 km. The road distance is 225.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Nara-shi to Tsumago without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs ¥8500 - ¥14000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Nara-shi to Tsumago, including transfers.

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

Nara-shi to Tsumago bus services, operated by Meitetsu Bus, depart from JR Nara Station.

Train or bus from Nara-shi to Tsumago?

The best way to get from Nara-shi to Tsumago is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs ¥8500 - ¥14000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥5900 - ¥6200 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Nara-shi to Tsumago bus arrive?

Nara-shi to Tsumago bus services, operated by Meitetsu Bus, arrive at Meitetsu Bus Center station.

Can I drive from Nara-shi to Tsumago?

Yes, the driving distance between Nara-shi to Tsumago is 225 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Nara-shi to Tsumago.

Where can I stay near Tsumago?

There are 95+ hotels available in Tsumago.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Nara-shi to Tsumago 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 Nagiso
4h 24m
¥8,712–13,074
Drive 225.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nara-shi to Tsumago225.2 km
2h 57m
¥3,835–5,540
Bus
1. Take the bus from JR Nara Station to Meitetsu Bus Center
2. Take the bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to Chuodo Magome
6h 47m
¥5,976–6,176
Train via Nakatsugawa
1. Take the train from Nara to Kyōto
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Nagoya Station
3. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Nakatsugawa
5h 50m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Yamato-Yagi to Kintetsu-NagoyaUrban Liner / ...
2. Take the bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to Chuodo Magome
7h 2m
¥7,289–8,362

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 270.5 km
Duration: 4h 24m

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

You can take a train from Yamato-Saidaiji to Tsumago via Kyōto, Nagoya, Nagiso, and Nagiso in around 4h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from JR Nara Station to Tsumagobashi via Meitetsu Bus Center, Chuodo Magome, and Magome in around 6h 47m.

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