I would like to know how long it will take to get from Nara to Koyasan. What are our best options by train?
How many transfers?
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traveling from Nara to Koyasan
Jackiem11
17 days ago
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Daniel-san
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16 days ago
Hi there,
The route from Nara to Koya-san involves 2 transfers.
First take a JR train from Nara to Shin-Imamiya station. From there take the Nankai to Gokurakubashi station, this is at the foot of Mt. Koya.
Finally, take the Koya-ropeway up to Koya-san and enjoy your time there.
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