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Cheapest price on 08 Oct
CHF4
Average ticket price on 08 Oct
CHF4
Fastest journey on 08 Oct
47 m
Average journey duration on 08 Oct
47 m
Trains on 08 Oct
65
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kyoto to Nara is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kyoto to Nara will cost around CHF4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only CHF4.
On Thu, 08 Oct, we found 65 trains from Kyoto to Nara, including 65 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 38 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 47 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:13 PM1h02Kyoto Station10:15 PMNara StationCHF41One-way0 changes
D Regional Rapid 6538:44 AM0h56Kyoto Station9:40 AMNara StationCHF41One-way0 changes
D Regional Rapid 6619:05 PM0h56Kyoto Station10:01 PMNara StationCHF41One-way0 changes
D Regional Rapid 6578:05 PM0h56Kyoto Station9:01 PMNara StationCHF41One-way0 changes
D Regional Rapid 66510:02 PM0h57Kyoto Station10:59 PMNara StationCHF41One-way0 changes
D Miyakoji Rapid 6253:04 PM0h47Kyoto Station3:51 PMNara StationCHF41One-way0 changes
D Miyakoji Rapid 6212:04 PM0h47Kyoto Station2:51 PMNara StationCHF41One-way0 changes
D Miyakoji Rapid 6171:04 PM0h47Kyoto Station1:51 PMNara StationCHF41One-way0 changes
D Miyakoji Rapid 6191:34 PM0h47Kyoto Station2:21 PMNara StationCHF41One-way0 changes
D Miyakoji Rapid 60710:34 AM0h47Kyoto Station11:21 AMNara StationCHF41One-way0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kyoto to Nara
Trains from Kyoto to Nara run on average 60 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at CHF4 if you book in advance.
There are 60 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:34, the last at 13:12. The fastest train covers the 38 km distance in 47m.
Distance 38 km |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF4 |
Trains per day 60 |
Direct trains 60 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 1:34 AM |
Last train 1:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Kyoto to Nara train times
The table below shows live departures for Kyoto to Nara trains for tomorrow, Friday, 9 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:33 AM Kyoto Station | 1h01 | 6:34 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:51 AM Kyoto Station | 1h01 | 6:52 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:11 AM Kyoto Station | 1h06 | 7:17 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:48 AM Kyoto Station | 1h07 | 7:55 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:15 AM Kyoto Station | 1h06 | 8:21 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:29 AM Kyoto Station | 1h05 | 8:34 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Regional Rapid 651 | 7:51 AM Kyoto Station | 0h59 | 8:50 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:55 AM Kyoto Station | 1h10 | 9:05 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:02 AM Kyoto Station | 1h09 | 9:11 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:13 AM Kyoto Station | 1h07 | 9:20 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Regional Rapid 653 | 8:44 AM Kyoto Station | 0h56 | 9:40 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:10 AM Kyoto Station | 1h06 | 10:16 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:22 AM Kyoto Station | 1h18 | 10:40 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 603 | 9:34 AM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 10:21 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:56 AM Kyoto Station | 1h14 | 11:10 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 605 | 10:04 AM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 10:51 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:27 AM Kyoto Station | 1h13 | 11:40 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 607 | 10:34 AM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 11:21 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:57 AM Kyoto Station | 1h13 | 12:10 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 609 | 11:04 AM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 11:51 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:27 AM Kyoto Station | 1h13 | 12:40 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 611 | 11:34 AM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 12:21 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:57 AM Kyoto Station | 1h13 | 1:10 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 613 | 12:04 PM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 12:51 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:27 PM Kyoto Station | 1h13 | 1:40 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 615 | 12:34 PM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 1:21 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:57 PM Kyoto Station | 1h13 | 2:10 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 617 | 1:04 PM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 1:51 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:27 PM Kyoto Station | 1h13 | 2:40 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 619 | 1:34 PM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 2:21 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:57 PM Kyoto Station | 1h13 | 3:10 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 621 | 2:04 PM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 2:51 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:27 PM Kyoto Station | 1h13 | 3:40 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 623 | 2:34 PM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 3:21 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:57 PM Kyoto Station | 1h13 | 4:10 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 625 | 3:04 PM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 3:51 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:27 PM Kyoto Station | 1h15 | 4:42 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 627 | 3:34 PM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 4:21 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:57 PM Kyoto Station | 1h13 | 5:10 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 629 | 4:04 PM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 4:51 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:27 PM Kyoto Station | 1h15 | 5:42 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 631 | 4:34 PM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 5:21 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:57 PM Kyoto Station | 1h16 | 6:13 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 633 | 5:03 PM Kyoto Station | 0h48 | 5:51 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:26 PM Kyoto Station | 1h15 | 6:41 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 635 | 5:33 PM Kyoto Station | 0h49 | 6:22 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:56 PM Kyoto Station | 1h20 | 7:16 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 637 | 6:03 PM Kyoto Station | 0h50 | 6:53 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:26 PM Kyoto Station | 1h10 | 7:36 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 639 | 6:33 PM Kyoto Station | 0h53 | 7:26 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:56 PM Kyoto Station | 1h21 | 8:17 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 641 | 7:03 PM Kyoto Station | 0h50 | 7:53 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Regional Rapid 655 | 7:33 PM Kyoto Station | 0h58 | 8:31 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:40 PM Kyoto Station | 1h04 | 8:44 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Regional Rapid 657 | 8:05 PM Kyoto Station | 0h56 | 9:01 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:09 PM Kyoto Station | 1h04 | 9:13 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Regional Rapid 659 | 8:35 PM Kyoto Station | 0h56 | 9:31 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:41 PM Kyoto Station | 1h03 | 9:44 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Regional Rapid 661 | 9:05 PM Kyoto Station | 0h56 | 10:01 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:13 PM Kyoto Station | 1h02 | 10:15 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Regional Rapid 663 | 9:36 PM Kyoto Station | 0h56 | 10:32 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Regional Rapid 665 | 10:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0h57 | 10:59 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:12 PM Kyoto Station | 1h06 | 11:18 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Regional Rapid 667 | 10:43 PM Kyoto Station | 1h02 | 11:45 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:56 PM Kyoto Station | 1h01 | 11:57 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:33 AM Kyoto Station | 1h01 | 6:34 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:51 AM Kyoto Station | 1h01 | 6:52 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:11 AM Kyoto Station | 1h06 | 7:17 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:48 AM Kyoto Station | 1h07 | 7:55 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:15 AM Kyoto Station | 1h06 | 8:21 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:29 AM Kyoto Station | 1h05 | 8:34 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Regional Rapid 651 | 7:51 AM Kyoto Station | 0h59 | 8:50 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:55 AM Kyoto Station | 1h10 | 9:05 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:02 AM Kyoto Station | 1h09 | 9:11 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:13 AM Kyoto Station | 1h07 | 9:20 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Regional Rapid 653 | 8:44 AM Kyoto Station | 0h56 | 9:40 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:10 AM Kyoto Station | 1h06 | 10:16 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:22 AM Kyoto Station | 1h18 | 10:40 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 603 | 9:34 AM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 10:21 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:56 AM Kyoto Station | 1h14 | 11:10 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 605 | 10:04 AM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 10:51 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:27 AM Kyoto Station | 1h13 | 11:40 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 607 | 10:34 AM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 11:21 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:57 AM Kyoto Station | 1h13 | 12:10 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 609 | 11:04 AM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 11:51 AM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:27 AM Kyoto Station | 1h13 | 12:40 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 611 | 11:34 AM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 12:21 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:57 AM Kyoto Station | 1h13 | 1:10 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 613 | 12:04 PM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 12:51 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:27 PM Kyoto Station | 1h13 | 1:40 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 615 | 12:34 PM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 1:21 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:57 PM Kyoto Station | 1h13 | 2:10 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 617 | 1:04 PM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 1:51 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:27 PM Kyoto Station | 1h13 | 2:40 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 619 | 1:34 PM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 2:21 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:57 PM Kyoto Station | 1h13 | 3:10 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 621 | 2:04 PM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 2:51 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:27 PM Kyoto Station | 1h13 | 3:40 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 623 | 2:34 PM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 3:21 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:57 PM Kyoto Station | 1h13 | 4:10 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 625 | 3:04 PM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 3:51 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:27 PM Kyoto Station | 1h15 | 4:42 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 627 | 3:34 PM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 4:21 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:57 PM Kyoto Station | 1h13 | 5:10 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 629 | 4:04 PM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 4:51 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:27 PM Kyoto Station | 1h15 | 5:42 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 631 | 4:34 PM Kyoto Station | 0h47 | 5:21 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:57 PM Kyoto Station | 1h16 | 6:13 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 633 | 5:03 PM Kyoto Station | 0h48 | 5:51 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:26 PM Kyoto Station | 1h15 | 6:41 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 635 | 5:33 PM Kyoto Station | 0h49 | 6:22 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:56 PM Kyoto Station | 1h20 | 7:16 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 637 | 6:03 PM Kyoto Station | 0h50 | 6:53 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:26 PM Kyoto Station | 1h10 | 7:36 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 639 | 6:33 PM Kyoto Station | 0h53 | 7:26 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:56 PM Kyoto Station | 1h21 | 8:17 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Miyakoji Rapid 641 | 7:03 PM Kyoto Station | 0h50 | 7:53 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Regional Rapid 655 | 7:33 PM Kyoto Station | 0h58 | 8:31 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:40 PM Kyoto Station | 1h04 | 8:44 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Regional Rapid 657 | 8:05 PM Kyoto Station | 0h56 | 9:01 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:09 PM Kyoto Station | 1h04 | 9:13 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Regional Rapid 659 | 8:35 PM Kyoto Station | 0h56 | 9:31 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:41 PM Kyoto Station | 1h03 | 9:44 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Regional Rapid 661 | 9:05 PM Kyoto Station | 0h56 | 10:01 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:13 PM Kyoto Station | 1h02 | 10:15 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Regional Rapid 663 | 9:36 PM Kyoto Station | 0h56 | 10:32 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Regional Rapid 665 | 10:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0h57 | 10:59 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:12 PM Kyoto Station | 1h06 | 11:18 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D Regional Rapid 667 | 10:43 PM Kyoto Station | 1h02 | 11:45 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:56 PM Kyoto Station | 1h01 | 11:57 PM Nara Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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FAQs: Kyoto to Nara train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kyoto to Nara by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Nara, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kyoto and Nara
Most Kyoto to Nara trains use the Kyoto Station to Nara Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Kyoto and Nara train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Kyoto station do trains to Nara leave from?
Getting to Kyoto Station from Kyoto city centre
Kyoto Station is 3 km from Kyoto city centre. Public transport options include:
Kyoto Station train station facilities and services
Kyoto Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: A wide variety of dining options are available, including The Cube Gourmet Street on the 11th floor and Kyoto Ramen Koji on the 10th floor.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi is available in the JR areas of the station. ATMs are aTMs are available throughout the station, including a 24-hour ATM at the Post Office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kyoto Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kyoto Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kyoto Station: The station is equipped with elevators, escalators, and accessible restrooms to accommodate passengers with disabilities.
Nara Station train station facilities and services
Nara Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nara Station: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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