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

The cheapest way to get from Shitennō-ji to Nara-shi is to train via Osaka-Uehommachi which costs ¥500 - ¥650 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shitennō-ji to Nara-shi is to drive which takes 33 min and costs ¥500 - ¥750.

Is there a direct bus between Shitennō-ji and Nara-shi?

No, there is no direct bus from Shitennō-ji station to Nara-shi. However, there are services departing from Tennoji Station and arriving at Nara-ken Convention Center via Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Shitennō-ji and Nara-shi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tennōji and arriving at Nara. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Shitennō-ji to Nara-shi?

The distance between Shitennō-ji and Nara-shi is 39 km. The road distance is 30.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Shitennō-ji to Nara-shi without a car is to train which takes 52 min and costs .

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

The train from Tennōji to Nara takes 39 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

Shitennō-ji to Nara-shi bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Tennoji Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Shitennō-ji to Nara-shi?

The best way to get from Shitennō-ji to Nara-shi is to train which takes 52 min and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1900 - ¥2900 and takes 2h 27m.

Where does the Shitennō-ji to Nara-shi bus arrive?

Shitennō-ji to Nara-shi bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal station.

Where does the Shitennō-ji to Nara-shi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shitennō-ji to Nara-shi?

Yes, the driving distance between Shitennō-ji to Nara-shi is 30 km. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Shitennō-ji to Nara-shi.

Where can I stay near Nara-shi?

There are 417+ hotels available in Nara-shi.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Shitennō-ji 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
best
1. Take the train from Tennōji to NaraYamatoji Rapid Service / ...
52 min
Train via Osaka-Uehommachi
cheapest
1. Take the train from Osaka-Uehommachi to Shin-OmiyaA: Nara Line Express / ...
53 min
¥500–650
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tennoji Station to Osaka Itami Airport North TerminalA
2. Take the bus from Osaka Itami Airport to Nara-ken Convention CenterT
2h 27m
¥1,950–2,884
Drive 30.1 km
1. Drive from Shitennō-ji to Nara-shi30.1 km
33 min
¥513–741
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shitennō-ji to Nara-shi30.1 km
33 min
¥11,000–14,000

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Distance: 38.6 km
Duration: 52 min

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tennōji to Nara every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Shitennō-ji to Nara-ken Convention Center via Tennoji Station, Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal, and Osaka Itami Airport in around 2h 27m.

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