How to travel from Asahikawa to Nara, Japan

The distance between Asahikawa and Nara is around 1,300km (808 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 4h 20m.

9 routes found

We've found 9 different ways to get from Asahikawa to Nara by plane, train, car, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out NaraAsahikawa if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Asahikawa (AKJ) to Osaka Itami (ITM).

  • Duration4h 50m
  • Flight time2h 50m
  • Typical cost
    ¥22,040($160)
Operated by

AIRDO

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4 similiar routes

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Train

Take the train to Sapporo(Jr), Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto then Tokyo and then to Kyoto.

  • Duration11h 55m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    ¥46,410($340)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Bus and Ferry

Take the bus to 札幌駅前bt and then to 苫小牧フェリーターミナル then take a ferry to Nagoya then take the bus to JR Nara Station.

  • Duration1 day 22h
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ¥25,875($190)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Bus, Ferry and Train

Take the bus to 札幌駅前bt and then to 苫小牧フェリーターミナル then take a ferry to Tsuruga then take the train to Kyoto.

  • Duration1 day 2h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ¥26,970($195)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Car and Ferry

Drive to Otaru then take a ferry to Maizuru then drive to Nara-shi.

  • Duration24h 35m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ¥22,315($165)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Asahikawa and Nara

There are several options for getting from Asahikawa to Nara by plane, train, car, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to fly and then take the train which costs around ¥21,220 ($155) and will take around 5h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 4h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥27,655 ($200).

The distance between Asahikawa and Nara is around 1,300km (808 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,156km (718 miles)

It takes around 4h 50m to get from Asahikawa and Nara by plane.

The quickest way to get from Asahikawa to Nara is to fly and then take the train which takes around 4h 20m and will set you back approx ¥27,655 ($200).

The cheapest way to travel between Asahikawa and Nara is to fly and then take the train which will typically cost around ¥21,220 ($155) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Asahikawa and Nara. It typically takes around 11h 55m and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Asahikawa to Nara. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Sapporo(Jr), Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto, Tokyo and Kyoto. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 11h 55m.

Japan Railways Limited Express and Japan Railways Shinkansen run train services between Asahikawa and Nara. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 11h 55m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Asahikawa and Nara. We recommend that you fly from Asahikawa (AKJ) to Chūbu Centrair (NGO) then take the train to Kyoto and then to Yamatosaidaiji. instead which will take 4h 20m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Asahikawa and Nara. Flights depart from Asahikawa (AKJ) and arrive at Osaka Itami (ITM) - via Tokyo Haneda (HND). The flight takes around 2h 50m.

There is no direct flight from Asahikawa to Nara. There is however a flight that goes via Tokyo Haneda (HND). This services will take at least 4h 50m (not including layover time).

The flight from Asahikawa to Nara typically takes around 2h 50m. Flights depart from Asahikawa (AKJ) and and arrive into Osaka Itami (ITM).

The closest major airport to Nara is Itami Airport (ITM) (ITM) which is approximately 35km (22 miles) from Nara. Kobe Airport (UKB) (UKB) and Kansai International Airport (KIX) (KIX) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Asahikawa to Nara. We recommend that you fly from Asahikawa (AKJ) to Osaka Itami (ITM). instead which will take 4h 50m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Asahikawa to Nara is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 50m and will usually cost around ¥22,040 ($160).

How do I get from Asahikawa to Nara

Compare travel optionsbetween Asahikawa and Nara

Transport options from Asahikawa to Nara
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 4 similar
4h 50m
¥22,040($160)
every 4 hours1,430km (889 miles)
Fly to Chūbu Centrair (NGO), train4h 20m
¥27,655($200)
every 4 hours1,320km (820 miles)
Plane and Train5h 10m
¥21,220($155)
every 4 hours1,464km (910 miles)
Train and Plane5h 20m
¥34,770($255)
hourly1,300km (808 miles)
Fly to Tokyo Haneda (HND), Train5h 35m
¥25,190($185)
every 4 hours1,468km (912 miles)
Train
11h 55m
¥46,410($340)
every 4 hours1,766km (1,097 miles)
Bus and Ferry
1 day 22h
¥25,875($190)
3 times a week1,908km (1,186 miles)
Bus, Ferry and Train
1 day 2h
¥26,970($195)
once daily1,556km (967 miles)
Car and Ferry
24h 35m
¥22,315($165)
once daily1,351km (839 miles)

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Airports near Nara

The following major airports near Nara offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.

ITM
Itami Airport (ITM)
Domestic Airport
Distance
35km (22 miles) from Nara
UKB
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Domestic Airport
Distance
53km (33 miles) from Nara
KIX
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
International Airport
Distance
58km (36 miles) from Nara