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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Nara Station to Kōya San

Composite routes from Nara Station to Kōya San

Cheapest
1 h 7 min
Car
71 km.
from $3
Other
3 h 3 min
56 km.
from $5.43
3 h 45 min
56 km.
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4 h 2 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
Train from Nara to Takada(Nara)
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Train from Takada(Nara) to Hashimoto(Wakayama)
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours

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 Daimon
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.06

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Nara Station to Kōya San?

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

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

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

Is there a direct train between Nara Station and Kōya San?

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

The distance between Nara Station and Kōya San is 101 km. The road distance is 71.8 km.

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

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Nara Station to Kōya San?

The best way to get from Nara Station to Kōya San is to train via Hashimoto(Wakayama) which takes 3h 3m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $17.16 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Nara Station to Kōya San train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nara Station to Kōya San?

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

Where can I stay near Kōya San?

There are 68+ hotels available in Kōya San. Prices start at $33 per night.
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