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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Nara-Shi to Kōya

Composite routes from Nara-Shi to Kōya

Cheapest
1 h 8 min
Car
72 km.
from $3
Other
3 h 3 min
54 km.
from $5.43
3 h 44 min
54 km.
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Transport providers

Train operators

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
0570-00-2486
Website:
jr-odekake.net/
Train from Nara to Shin-Imamiya
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes

Nankai Electric Railway

Phone:
050-3090-2608
Website:
nankai.co.jp/en_railway
Train from Shinimamiya to Hashimoto(Wakayama)
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.21–$6.10
Train from Hashimoto(Wakayama) to Gokurakubashi
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.92–$3.43
Train from Shinimamiya to Gokurakubashi
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$6.99–$8.26

Bus operators

Keihan Bus

Phone:
077-531-2121
Website:
keihanbus.jp/
Bus from Highway Kyotanabe to Koyakeisatsu-mae
Ave. Duration:
2h 38m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.06

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Nara-shi to Kōya is to drive which costs $7.61 - $11.96 and takes 1h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nara-shi to Kōya is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs $7.61 - $11.96 .

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

No, there is no direct train from Nara-shi to Kōya. However, there are services departing from Nara and arriving at Kōyasan-eki via Shinimamiya, Hashimoto(Wakayama) and Gokurakubashi Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Nara-shi to Kōya?

The distance between Nara-shi and Kōya is 101 km. The road distance is 72.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Nara-shi to Kōya without a car is to train via Hashimoto(Wakayama) which takes 3h 3m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Nara-shi to Kōya, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from Nara-shi to Kōya?

The best way to get from Nara-shi to Kōya is to train via Hashimoto(Wakayama) which takes 3h 3m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19.35 - $19.57 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Nara-shi to Kōya train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nara-shi to Kōya?

Yes, the driving distance between Nara-shi to Kōya is 72 km. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Nara-shi to Kōya.

Where can I stay near Kōya?

There are 69+ hotels available in Kōya. Prices start at $33 per night.
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