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Live departures
Nara to Kyoto train times
The table below shows live departures for Nara to Kyoto trains for tomorrow, Monday, 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:48 AM Nara Station | 0h56 | 5:44 AM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:22 AM Nara Station | 1h00 | 6:22 AM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:46 AM Nara Station | 1h02 | 6:48 AM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:05 AM Nara Station | 1h03 | 7:08 AM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:19 AM Nara Station | 1h04 | 7:23 AM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:29 AM Nara Station | 0h59 | 7:28 AM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:45 AM Nara Station | 0h57 | 7:42 AM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:54 AM Nara Station | 1h01 | 7:55 AM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:01 AM Nara Station | 1h12 | 8:13 AM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:13 AM Nara Station | 0h53 | 8:06 AM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:16 AM Nara Station | 1h09 | 8:25 AM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:26 AM Nara Station | 0h53 | 8:19 AM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:32 AM Nara Station | 0h58 | 8:30 AM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:45 AM Nara Station | 1h06 | 8:51 AM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:05 AM Nara Station | 1h03 | 9:08 AM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:25 AM Nara Station | 1h02 | 9:27 AM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:39 AM Nara Station | 1h03 | 9:42 AM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:57 AM Nara Station | 0h55 | 9:52 AM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:26 AM Nara Station | 1h06 | 10:32 AM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:37 AM Nara Station | 0h48 | 10:25 AM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:53 AM Nara Station | 1h09 | 11:02 AM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:07 AM Nara Station | 0h48 | 10:55 AM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:24 AM Nara Station | 1h08 | 11:32 AM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:37 AM Nara Station | 0h48 | 11:25 AM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:54 AM Nara Station | 1h08 | 12:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:07 AM Nara Station | 0h48 | 11:55 AM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:24 AM Nara Station | 1h08 | 12:32 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:37 AM Nara Station | 0h48 | 12:25 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:50 AM Nara Station | 1h12 | 1:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:07 PM Nara Station | 0h48 | 12:55 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:24 PM Nara Station | 1h08 | 1:32 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:37 PM Nara Station | 0h48 | 1:25 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:50 PM Nara Station | 1h12 | 2:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:07 PM Nara Station | 0h48 | 1:55 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:24 PM Nara Station | 1h08 | 2:32 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:37 PM Nara Station | 0h48 | 2:25 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:50 PM Nara Station | 1h12 | 3:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:07 PM Nara Station | 0h48 | 2:55 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:24 PM Nara Station | 1h08 | 3:32 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:37 PM Nara Station | 0h48 | 3:25 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:50 PM Nara Station | 1h12 | 4:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:07 PM Nara Station | 0h48 | 3:55 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:24 PM Nara Station | 1h08 | 4:32 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:37 PM Nara Station | 0h48 | 4:25 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:54 PM Nara Station | 1h08 | 5:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:07 PM Nara Station | 0h48 | 4:55 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:24 PM Nara Station | 1h08 | 5:32 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:37 PM Nara Station | 0h48 | 5:25 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:54 PM Nara Station | 1h08 | 6:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:07 PM Nara Station | 0h48 | 5:55 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:20 PM Nara Station | 1h12 | 6:32 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:37 PM Nara Station | 0h48 | 6:25 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:50 PM Nara Station | 1h06 | 6:56 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:10 PM Nara Station | 1h08 | 7:18 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:19 PM Nara Station | 1h13 | 7:32 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:37 PM Nara Station | 0h48 | 7:25 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:50 PM Nara Station | 1h03 | 7:53 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:10 PM Nara Station | 1h10 | 8:20 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:18 PM Nara Station | 0h56 | 8:14 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:50 PM Nara Station | 1h02 | 8:52 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:20 PM Nara Station | 0h59 | 9:19 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:50 PM Nara Station | 1h01 | 9:51 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:20 PM Nara Station | 0h59 | 10:19 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:50 PM Nara Station | 1h01 | 10:51 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:14 PM Nara Station | 0h59 | 11:13 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:42 PM Nara Station | 0h58 | 11:40 PM Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nara to Kyoto
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.

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.
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.
Which Kyoto station do trains from Nara arrive at?
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.
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