Kansai Airport to Nara: limousine bus price and time
The Kansai Airport Limousine runs from Kansai Airport to JR Nara and Kintetsu Nara stations without changes. Here is the one-way price and the journey time stated by the operator, and what the JR Pass covers.
The short answer
- Cheapest
- Airport Limousine bus to JR Nara Station: ¥2,4001 h 43 min
- Fastest
- Airport Limousine bus to JR Nara Station: 1 h 43 min¥2,400
- With a JR Pass
- No pass-covered option in our verified data
One adult, one way, regular ticket; 1 verified option compared below (checked ).
Options at a glance
One adult, one way, regular ticket price as printed by each operator. Sorted by destination, then price.
Bus
| Option | To | Price (one adult) | Time | JR Pass |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airport Limousine busKansai Airport Transportation Enterprise (with Nara Kotsu) | JR Nara Station (also Kintetsu Nara) | ¥2,400Adult 2,400 yen, child 1,200 yen, the same to JR Nara, Kintetsu Nara and Tenri. Round-trip ticket 4,500 yen (valid 14 consecutive days). | 1 h 43 mintime stated by the operator | Not covered |
Data notes for each option
- Airport Limousine bus to JR Nara Station (also Kintetsu Nara): Operator's stated time: JR Nara ⇔ Kansai Airport Terminal 1 approx. 1 hr 43 min. Reservations are required for the buses to Kansai Airport (Nara Kotsu reservation centre).
- Source: Nara | Time table/Fares (Kansai International Airport Limousine Bus) (Kansai Airport Transportation Enterprise) · Verified on · One-way JR Nara/Kintetsu Nara/Tenri (Ichinomoto) ⇔ Kansai Airport adult 2,400 yen, child 1,200 yen; round trip 4,500 yen (14 days). JR Nara ⇔ Terminal 1 approx. 1 hr 43 min. Reservations required for the lines to Kansai Airport.
Not yet verified
- JR and Kintetsu train routes from Kansai Airport to Nara (with changes): not yet verified.
With a JR Pass
The nationwide JAPAN RAIL PASS covers JR Group trains, including limited express, rapid and local trains (the official site notes 'some exceptions'). Private railways, subways and city monorails are not JR: the official site says the fare and charges for a private railway section must be paid. Airport buses are not covered (the pass covers JR Bus local lines only and is not valid on JR Bus express routes).
None of the Kansai International Airport options in our verified data are covered by the pass.
- Source: Scope of validity | JAPAN RAIL PASS (JR Group (Japan Rail Pass official site)) · Verified on · States that the pass covers all JR Group railways including rapid and local trains (with some exceptions), that the fare for a private railway section must be paid, and that it is not valid on JR Bus express routes.
FAQ
What is the cheapest way from Kansai Airport to Nara?
Airport Limousine bus to JR Nara Station (also Kintetsu Nara), operated by Kansai Airport Transportation Enterprise (with Nara Kotsu): ¥2,400 one way for one adult. Adult 2,400 yen, child 1,200 yen, the same to JR Nara, Kintetsu Nara and Tenri. Round-trip ticket 4,500 yen (valid 14 consecutive days). Journey time: 1 h 43 min (time stated by the operator).
Can I use the JR Pass from Kansai Airport to Nara?
Airport Limousine bus to JR Nara Station: No. It is not covered by the nationwide JR Pass, so the regular fare applies.
How much is the airport bus from Kansai Airport to Nara?
Airport Limousine bus to JR Nara Station (also Kintetsu Nara), operated by Kansai Airport Transportation Enterprise (with Nara Kotsu): ¥2,400 one way for one adult. Adult 2,400 yen, child 1,200 yen, the same to JR Nara, Kintetsu Nara and Tenri. Round-trip ticket 4,500 yen (valid 14 consecutive days). Journey time: 1 h 43 min (time stated by the operator).
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Tours and tickets
Top-rated tours in Nara
The three highest-rated tours Viator listed for Nara on 28 Oct 2026. Booking on Viator suits travellers who want a fixed time and meeting point before they arrive.
Perfect Nara Park Half-Day Bus Tour with English Speaking Guide
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- 4 h
- Free cancellation
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Private Nara Tour and Sake Tasting (Departing from Kyoto/Nara)
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Sushi Making Experience Luxury Course in Nara
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- 1 h 30 min
- Free cancellation
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See all 12 tours in Nara on our tours page
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Sources
- Source: Nara | Time table/Fares (Kansai International Airport Limousine Bus) (Kansai Airport Transportation Enterprise) · Verified on · One-way JR Nara/Kintetsu Nara/Tenri (Ichinomoto) ⇔ Kansai Airport adult 2,400 yen, child 1,200 yen; round trip 4,500 yen (14 days). JR Nara ⇔ Terminal 1 approx. 1 hr 43 min. Reservations required for the lines to Kansai Airport.
- Source: Scope of validity | JAPAN RAIL PASS (JR Group (Japan Rail Pass official site)) · Verified on · States that the pass covers all JR Group railways including rapid and local trains (with some exceptions), that the fare for a private railway section must be paid, and that it is not valid on JR Bus express routes.