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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Nara Station to Kōya

Composite routes from Nara Station to Kōya

Cheapest
1 h 7 min
Car
71 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 Station to Kōya?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Nara Station to Kōya?

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

Is there a direct train between Nara Station and Kōya?

No, there is no direct train from Nara Station 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 Station to Kōya?

The distance between Nara Station and Kōya is 101 km. The road distance is 71.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Nara Station 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 Station to Kōya?

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

Where do I catch the Nara Station to Kōya train from?

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

Train or bus from Nara Station to Kōya?

The best way to get from Nara Station to Kōya is to train via Hashimoto(Wakayama) which takes 3h 3m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $17.16 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Nara Station to Kōya train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nara Station to Kōya?

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