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Kansai International Airport to Nara

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The Airport Limousine Bus takes you to JR Nara Station and Kintetsu Nara Station without a transfer. JR runs more frequently, with a transfer to the Yamatoji Line at Tennoji.

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Airport Limousine Bus (to Nara)
Travel time
Approx. 1 hr 43 min
Fare
¥2,400 for adults (as of October 2026)
Transfers
None
JR (HARUKA / Kansai Airport Rapid Service + Yamatoji Rapid Service)
Fare
International visitors: HARUKA One-way Ticket (Nara) ¥1,800 for adults (as of October 2026)
Transfers
Transfer to the Yamatoji Line (Yamatoji Rapid Service, etc.) at Tennoji Station

Fares and times are as of the date shown. Fares and timetables change, so check the operator’s official website before you travel.

Recommended

Best option for…

No transfers / lots of luggage
→ Airport Limousine Bus (to Nara)
More frequent service / flexible timing
→ JR (HARUKA / Kansai Airport Rapid Service + Yamatoji Rapid Service)
How to Ride

Kansai International Airport to Nara

Bus

Airport Limousine Bus (to Nara)

Board at
Terminal 1, 1st floor, Stop 9 / Terminal 2, Stop 5
Arrive at
JR Nara Station / Kintetsu Nara Station
Travel time
Approx. 1 hr 43 min
Fare
¥2,400 for adults (as of October 2026)
Frequency
Approx. 11 buses per day (example as of October 2026)
Transfers
None
First / last
First 7:45 / Last 21:45 (from Terminal 1, example as of October 2026)
Tickets
Buy at the ticket office or ticket machines near the 1st-floor bus stops (credit cards and QR code payments accepted). On Kansai Airport Transportation Enterprise buses, you can also pay when boarding with a transportation IC card or contactless payment
Large luggage
Up to 2 pieces per person (total weight up to 30 kg); large luggage goes in the underfloor compartment
Note
No reservation needed from Kansai Airport. Reservations required from Nara to Kansai Airport
Train

JR (HARUKA / Kansai Airport Rapid Service + Yamatoji Rapid Service)

Board at
JR Kansai-Airport Station
Arrive at
JR Nara Station
Fare
International visitors: HARUKA One-way Ticket (Nara) ¥1,800 for adults (as of October 2026)
Transfers
Transfer to the Yamatoji Line (Yamatoji Rapid Service, etc.) at Tennoji Station
Tickets
Ticket machines and Midori-no-madoguchi ticket office at JR Kansai-Airport Station. For international visitors, the HARUKA One-way Ticket (bought online in advance and exchanged at dedicated machines at the station) is a good deal. You can also ride with ICOCA
Tips

Tips for travelers

  • ✓The bus also stops at Kintetsu Nara Station, which is closer to Nara Park
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Other Destinations

Other destinations from Kansai International Airport

✈ KIX →Namba / ShinsaibashiThe Nankai Limited Express Rapi:t is the fastest way to Namba, and since all seats are reserved, you can sit even with large luggage. To save money, take the Airport Express, and if your hotel is near OCAT (JR Namba), the Airport Limousine Bus is also convenient.
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✈ KIX →Osaka Station / UmedaThe JR Limited Express HARUKA is the fastest way to Osaka Station, taking about 50 minutes without a transfer. To keep costs down, take the Kansai Airport Rapid Service, and if you want to get off in front of your hotel in Umeda, the Airport Limousine Bus is convenient.
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✈ KIX →Kyoto StationThe JR Limited Express HARUKA is the fastest way to Kyoto, taking about 80 minutes without a transfer. If you have a lot of luggage or are staying on the south side of the station (Hachijo Exit), the Airport Limousine Bus is also convenient.
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✈ KIX →Sannomiya / KobeThe quickest way to Kobe is to cross the bay on the Bay Shuttle high-speed boat, then take the Port Liner to Sannomiya. If you want to reach Sannomiya without a transfer, the Airport Limousine Bus is convenient.
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✈ KIX →Universal Studios JapanThe Airport Limousine Bus takes you close to Universal Studios Japan without a transfer. If the bus times do not suit you, take the JR Kansai Airport Rapid Service to Nishikujo and transfer to the JR Yumesaki Line.
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Events

Events & festivals in Nara

January

Wakakusa Yamayaki

Kansai ・ Nara

Usually the fourth Saturday of January (fireworks from around 18:15 in the evening, ignition around 18:30)

Photo coming soonOctober–November

Annual Exhibition of Shōsōin Treasures

Kansai ・ Nara

Usually late October to early November (about 2–3 weeks)

2026 (78th): Oct 24 – Nov 9, open every day during the exhibition

Photo coming soonDecember

Kasuga Wakamiya On-matsuri Festival

Kansai ・ Nara

Usually December 15–18 (the Owatari-shiki starts at noon on December 17)

2026: Dec 15 (Tue) – Dec 18 (Fri); Owatari-shiki on Dec 17 (Thu)

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Travel times, fares and boarding points are based on official airport, rail and bus company information. Fares and timetables can change, so check the official websites before you go.

Last checked: 2026-10-06

PRKlookJR Limited Express HARUKA One-way Ticket (Kansai Airport ⇔ Kyoto, Osaka, Kobe, Nara and more)For holders of foreign passports on short-term stays. Valid on rapid and local trains as well as the HARUKA. Exchange via QR code e-ticket or at station ticket machinesView