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

The cheapest way to get from Sakai to Nara-shi is to drive which costs ¥650 - ¥1000 and takes 43 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sakai to Nara-shi is to drive which takes 43 min and costs ¥650 - ¥1000.

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

No, there is no direct train from Sakai to Nara-shi. However, there are services departing from Sakai and arriving at Shin-Omiya via Osaka-Namba. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Sakai to Nara-shi?

The distance between Sakai and Nara-shi is 41 km. The road distance is 40.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Sakai to Nara-shi without a car is to train via Osaka-Namba which takes 57 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1100.

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

It takes approximately 57 min to get from Sakai to Nara-shi, including transfers.

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

Sakai to Nara-shi train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway, depart from Osaka-Namba station.

Train or bus from Sakai to Nara-shi?

The best way to get from Sakai to Nara-shi is to train via Osaka-Namba which takes 57 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2200 - ¥3200 and takes 2h 26m.

Where does the Sakai to Nara-shi train arrive?

Sakai to Nara-shi train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway, arrive at Shin-Omiya station.

Can I drive from Sakai to Nara-shi?

Yes, the driving distance between Sakai to Nara-shi is 41 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Sakai to Nara-shi.

Where can I stay near Nara-shi?

There are 418+ hotels available in Nara-shi.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Sakai to Nara-shi by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Osaka-Namba
best
1. Take the train from Osaka-Namba to Shin-OmiyaA: Nara Line Express / ...
57 min
¥847–1,036
Drive 40.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sakai to Nara-shi40.5 km
43 min
¥692–1,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nanba Station, Osaka to Osaka Itami Airport North TerminalN
2. Take the bus from Osaka Itami Airport to Nara-ken Convention CenterT
2h 26m
¥2,197–3,186
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sakai to Nara-shi40.5 km
43 min
¥15,000–19,000
Train
1. Take the train from Shin-Imamiya to NaraYamatoji Rapid Service / ...
1h 4m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 41.4 km
Duration: 57 min

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

Kintetsu Railway operates a train from Osaka-Namba to Shin-Omiya every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥550–700 and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sakai to Nara-ken Convention Center via Namba, Nanba Station, Osaka, Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal, and Osaka Itami Airport in around 2h 26m.

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