Hi all,
Need help to confirm that a JR pass will be useful for the following itinerary:
Still considering to go Kyoto on Day 2 or 3? In both cases, a 7-day JR pass is ok right?
Thanks in advance!
Hi there,
Yes, looking at your itinerary on Hyperdia train planner you'll save a lot by using the Japan Rail Pass. The main costs for your trip will be on the following legs based on starting your rail pass on day 3:
So the calculation to make is:
Ticket prices (¥51,600) - 7 day Japan Rail Pass (¥28,300) = ¥23,300 saving with the JR Pass
(I didn't include minor travel like local trains to/from Nara and the ferry to/from Miyajima - they are free with the JR Pass).
About which day you plan to go to Kyoto, I'd probably do the same and go to Kyoto on Day 3 to maximise the value of the Rail Pass with your Hakone trip. You'll also need time to recover from the flight in, so waiting to Day 3 to begin your exploring makes a lot of sense.
Hope this helps!
M
Dear Mari,
Appreciate your prompt reply very much, I will go and buy the JR pass tomorrow! :)
Thank you!
No problem! Enjoy your trip!
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