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Kyoto
Kyoto to Nara

Kyoto to Nara Park - 2 ways via train

The distance between Kyoto and Nara is approximately 28 miles (45 kilometers), making it perfect for half-day or full-day trips. There are two train lines connecting Osaka and Nara: the JR line and the Kintetsu Line. If you possess a JR Rail Pass, choose the JR line. Otherwise, consider the Kintetsu Line, as its station is closer to Nara Park in Nara. Kansai map

Nara Map: It takes about 20 minutes to walk from JR Nara Station to the Nara Park, with restaurants/souvenir shops along the way. It’s only a 5-minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Station to the Nara Park. Kansai map

Japan Railways (JR)

From: Kyoto Station
To: JR Nara Station
Travel time: 44m Nara Line Rapid Miyakoji - 66m Nara Line
Fare: 720 yen
Transfers: 0
Trains per day: 17 No need to book in advance
JR Pass accepted: Yes

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JR Railway Click to enlarge the train map

Kintetsu Railway

From: Kyoto Station
To: Kintetsu Nara Station
Travel time: 47m Line Express For Kintetsu-Nara- 50m Line Express For Kashiharajingu-Mae
Fare: 760 yen
Transfers: 0 Line Express For Kintetsu-Nara-1 Line Express For Kashiharajingu-Mae,transfer at Yamato-Saidaiji Station
Trains per day: 50+ No need to book in advance
JR Pass accepted: No

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Kintetsu Railway Click to enlarge the train map

Note: The distance between Kyoto and Nara is too short for a Shinkansen.
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