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

The cheapest way to get from Tsumago to Nara-shi is to drive which costs ¥3700 - ¥5500 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tsumago to Nara-shi is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs ¥3700 - ¥5500.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Tsumago to Nara-shi station. However, there are services departing from Tsumagobashi and arriving at JR Nara Station via Chuodo Magome and Meitetsu Bus Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

How far is it from Tsumago to Nara-shi?

The distance between Tsumago and Nara-shi is 277 km. The road distance is 225.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Tsumago to Nara-shi without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Tsumago to Nara-shi, including transfers.

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

Tsumago to Nara-shi bus services, operated by Meitetsu Bus, depart from Chuodo Magome station.

Train or bus from Tsumago to Nara-shi?

The best way to get from Tsumago to Nara-shi is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥7500 - ¥7700 and takes 6h 56m.

Where does the Tsumago to Nara-shi bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tsumago to Nara-shi?

Yes, the driving distance between Tsumago to Nara-shi is 225 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Tsumago to Nara-shi.

Where can I stay near Nara-shi?

There are 410+ hotels available in Nara-shi.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Tsumago to Nara-shi 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 Nagiso to Nagoya
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Kyōto
3. Take the train from Kyōto to Nara
4h 10m
Drive 225.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tsumago to Nara-shi225.3 km
2h 56m
¥3,775–5,453
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chuodo Magome to Meitetsu Bus Center
2. Take the bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to JR Nara Station
6h 56m
¥7,500–7,700
Train via Nakatsugawa
1. Take the train from Nakatsugawa to Nagoya
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Kyōto
3. Take the train from Kyōto to Nara
4h 35m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chuodo Magome to Meitetsu Bus Center
2. Take the train from Kintetsu-Nagoya to Yamato-YagiUrban Liner / ...
6h 22m
¥8,810–9,890

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 277.5 km
Duration: 4h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Tsumago to Nara via Nagiso, Nagiso, Nagoya Station, and Kyōto in around 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tsumagobashi to JR Nara Station via Magome, Chuodo Magome, and Meitetsu Bus Center in around 6h 56m.

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