Nara to Kyoto train with JR West

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Nara to Kyoto

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Trains from Nara to Kyoto run on average 46 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 if you book in advance.

There are 46 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:37, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 38 km distance in 48m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
38 km
Average train duration
1h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
$5
Trains per day
46
Direct trains
46
Fastest train
48m
First train
2:37 AM
Last train
10:13 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Live departures

Nara to Kyoto train times

The table below shows live departures for Nara to Kyoto trains for tomorrow, Friday, 9 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
JR West4:48 AM Nara Station
0h56
5:44 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West5:22 AM Nara Station
1h00
6:22 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West5:46 AM Nara Station
1h02
6:48 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West6:05 AM Nara Station
1h03
7:08 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West6:19 AM Nara Station
1h04
7:23 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestD Regional Rapid 6506:29 AM Nara Station
0h59
7:28 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestD Regional Rapid 6526:45 AM Nara Station
0h57
7:42 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestD Regional Rapid 6546:54 AM Nara Station
1h01
7:55 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West7:01 AM Nara Station
1h12
8:13 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestD Miyakoji Rapid 6027:13 AM Nara Station
0h53
8:06 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West7:16 AM Nara Station
1h09
8:25 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestD Miyakoji Rapid 6047:26 AM Nara Station
0h53
8:19 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestD Regional Rapid 6567:32 AM Nara Station
0h58
8:30 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West7:45 AM Nara Station
1h06
8:51 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West8:05 AM Nara Station
1h03
9:08 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West8:25 AM Nara Station
1h02
9:27 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West8:39 AM Nara Station
1h03
9:42 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestD Regional Rapid 6588:57 AM Nara Station
0h55
9:52 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West9:26 AM Nara Station
1h06
10:32 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestD Miyakoji Rapid 6129:37 AM Nara Station
0h48
10:25 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West9:53 AM Nara Station
1h09
11:02 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestD Miyakoji Rapid 61410:07 AM Nara Station
0h48
10:55 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West10:24 AM Nara Station
1h08
11:32 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestD Miyakoji Rapid 61610:37 AM Nara Station
0h48
11:25 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West10:54 AM Nara Station
1h08
12:02 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestD Miyakoji Rapid 61811:07 AM Nara Station
0h48
11:55 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West11:24 AM Nara Station
1h08
12:32 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestD Miyakoji Rapid 62011:37 AM Nara Station
0h48
12:25 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West11:50 AM Nara Station
1h12
1:02 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestD Miyakoji Rapid 62212:07 PM Nara Station
0h48
12:55 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West12:24 PM Nara Station
1h08
1:32 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestD Miyakoji Rapid 62412:37 PM Nara Station
0h48
1:25 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West12:50 PM Nara Station
1h12
2:02 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestD Miyakoji Rapid 6261:07 PM Nara Station
0h48
1:55 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West1:24 PM Nara Station
1h08
2:32 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestD Miyakoji Rapid 6281:37 PM Nara Station
0h48
2:25 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West1:50 PM Nara Station
1h12
3:02 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestD Miyakoji Rapid 6302:07 PM Nara Station
0h48
2:55 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West2:24 PM Nara Station
1h08
3:32 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestD Miyakoji Rapid 6322:37 PM Nara Station
0h48
3:25 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West2:50 PM Nara Station
1h12
4:02 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestD Miyakoji Rapid 6343:07 PM Nara Station
0h48
3:55 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West3:24 PM Nara Station
1h08
4:32 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestD Miyakoji Rapid 6363:37 PM Nara Station
0h48
4:25 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West3:54 PM Nara Station
1h08
5:02 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestD Miyakoji Rapid 6384:07 PM Nara Station
0h48
4:55 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West4:24 PM Nara Station
1h08
5:32 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestD Miyakoji Rapid 6404:37 PM Nara Station
0h48
5:25 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West4:54 PM Nara Station
1h08
6:02 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestD Miyakoji Rapid 6425:07 PM Nara Station
0h48
5:55 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West5:20 PM Nara Station
1h12
6:32 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestD Miyakoji Rapid 6445:37 PM Nara Station
0h48
6:25 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West5:50 PM Nara Station
1h06
6:56 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West6:10 PM Nara Station
1h08
7:18 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West6:19 PM Nara Station
1h13
7:32 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestD Miyakoji Rapid 6466:37 PM Nara Station
0h48
7:25 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West6:50 PM Nara Station
1h03
7:53 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West7:10 PM Nara Station
1h10
8:20 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestD Regional Rapid 6607:18 PM Nara Station
0h56
8:14 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West7:50 PM Nara Station
1h02
8:52 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestD Regional Rapid 6628:20 PM Nara Station
0h59
9:19 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West8:50 PM Nara Station
1h01
9:51 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestD Regional Rapid 6649:20 PM Nara Station
0h59
10:19 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West9:50 PM Nara Station
1h01
10:51 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West10:14 PM Nara Station
0h59
11:13 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR West10:42 PM Nara Station
0h58
11:40 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect

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Train companies: JR West from Nara to Kyoto trainsJR West trains will get you between Nara and Kyoto from $5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

JR West

About
West Japan Railway Company (JR West) is a leading railway operator in Japan, headquartered in Osaka. Established on April 1, 1987, following the privatization of Japanese National Railways, JR West manages an extensive network covering 5,008.7 kilometers, including the Sanyō Shinkansen line, which accounts for approximately 40% of its passenger revenues. The company also offers bus and ferry services and engages in real estate and retail businesses. With a workforce of over 45,000 employees, JR West serves a population of approximately 43.1 million people across 18 prefectures in western Japan.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average JR West Duration
48m
Cheapest JR West Price
$5
JR West frequency
63 a day
Luggage included
Up to two portable items totaling no more than 250 cm in dimensions and weighing no more than 30 kg are allowed.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage beyond the standard allowance is not permitted.
Luggage storage
Designated areas are available for storing luggage on trains.
Cancellation Policy
Changes and refunds are not possible after the scheduled departure time of the first designated train.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Food and beverage waste should be discarded in receptacles provided in the station or on the train.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations can be made at no additional cost at ticket offices; online reservations may incur fees.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
JR West strives to maintain accessibility features and offers support to patrons with disabilities.
Bikes
Bicycles for cycling or sports competitions must be dismantled and carried in a dedicated bag.
Pets
Pets must be transported in a case that holds their entire body; fees apply for small animals.
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FAQs: Nara to Kyoto train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nara to Kyoto 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 Kyoto, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Nara to Kyoto can start from as little as $5 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Nara to Kyoto is $5; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Nara to Kyoto is 48m to travel the 38 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Nara to Kyoto leaves at 2:37 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Nara to Kyoto leaves at 10:13 pm.
Yes, there are 46 direct trains a day from Nara to Kyoto with JR West. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Nara to Kyoto, you can count on JR West for the best way to get you to Kyoto. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Nara and Kyoto and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Kyoto from Nara is worth doing with a journey time of 48m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
Yes, you can take a train between Nara and Kyoto.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Nara and Kyoto

Most Nara to Kyoto trains use the Nara Station to Kyoto Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Nara and Kyoto train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Nara
Arrival train stations in Kyoto
Nara Station1 Sanjohonmachi, Nara, 630-8122, JapanAccessibility

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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