How to travel from Nara to Morioka, Japan
The distance between Nara and Morioka is around 807km (501 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3h 25m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Nara to Morioka by train, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Morioka → Nara if you're planning a return trip.
Train and Plane
Take the train to Tennoji then fly from Osaka Itami (ITM) to Morioka (HNA).
- Duration3h 25m
- Flight time1h 25m
- Typical cost¥25,190($185)
Multiple operators
4 similiar routes
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Train
Take the train to Tokyo and then to Morioka.
- Duration4h 60m
- Departshourly
- Typical cost¥26,560($195)
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Nara and Morioka
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Nara to Morioka by train, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train and then fly which costs around ¥25,190 ($185) and will take around 3h 25m.
The distance between Nara and Morioka is around 807km (501 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 732km (455 miles)
It takes around 4h 60m to get from Nara and Morioka by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 11h 5m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Nara to Morioka is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3h 25m and will set you back approx ¥25,190 ($185).
The cheapest way to travel between Nara and Morioka, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then fly which will typically cost around ¥25,190 ($185) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Nara and Morioka. It typically takes around 4h 60m and departs every 30 mins.
There are no direct train services that runs from Nara to Morioka. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Kyoto and Tokyo. These services run every 30 mins and will take a minimum of 4h 60m.
Japan Railways Shinkansen run train services between Nara and Morioka. Trains depart every 30 mins and will take around 4h 60m, 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 Nara and Morioka. We recommend that you take the train to Tennoji then fly from Osaka Itami (ITM) to Morioka (HNA). instead which will take 3h 25m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Nara to Morioka. We recommend that you take the train to Tennoji then fly from Osaka Itami (ITM) to Morioka (HNA). instead which will take 3h 25m.
The closest major airport to Morioka is Hanamaki Airport (HNA) (HNA) which is approximately 31km (19 miles) from Morioka. Akita Airport (AXT) (AXT) and New Chitose Airport (CTS) (CTS) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Nara and Morioka. The distance is around 1,007km (626 miles) by road and it will take around 11h 5m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Nara to Morioka is to take the train which takes, on average, 4h 60m and will usually cost around ¥26,560 ($195).
Compare travel optionsbetween Nara and Morioka
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train and Plane + 4 similar | 3h 25m | ¥25,190($185) | hourly | 810km (503 miles) |
| Train to Kyoto, plane | 3h 30m | ¥31,760($230) | hourly | 807km (501 miles) |
| Train to Tennoji, plane | 3h 35m | ¥27,925($205) | every 30 mins | 862km (535 miles) |
| Train to Tennoji, plane | 4h 45m | ¥34,635($255) | hourly | 1,060km (659 miles) |
| Train to Tennoji, plane | 4h 45m | ¥30,390($220) | every 2 hours | 886km (551 miles) |
Train | 4h 60m | ¥26,560($195) | hourly | 1,010km (628 miles) |
Drive | 11h 5m | ¥15,060($110) | on demand | 1,007km (626 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Nara and Morioka
Bus companies
Meitetsu Bus
Nippon Chuo Bus Co
Kintetsu Bus
JR Bus Tōhoku
Train operators
Airlines
Fuji Dream
Ibex Airlines
Airports near Morioka
The following major airports near Morioka offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Hanamaki Airport (HNA)
- Distance
- 31km (19 miles) from Morioka
Akita Airport (AXT)
- Distance
- 81km (50 miles) from Morioka
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
- Distance
- 346km (215 miles) from Morioka