Day trip from Kyoto to Nara-shi
Nara-shi lies 38 km (23 mi) south of Kyoto, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 38 km (23 mi) apart, Nara-shi is a realistic day trip from Kyoto: about 37 min each way by road.
| Kyoto | Nara-shi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 1.5 million | 367,353 |
| Elevation | 50 m (164 ft) | 68 m (223 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
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Staying in Nara-shi
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Common questions
How far is Nara-shi from Kyoto?
38 km (23 mi) in a straight line, south of Kyoto; by road roughly 46 km (29 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kyoto to Nara-shi by road?
About 37 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kyoto and Nara-shi?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.