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Nara by bus
Nara by bus
As Nara is a major tourist attraction, there are a good number of buses that run between Nara and other locations throughout Japan, which can result in significant savings when compared to train fares.
JR Bus Group, . A major operator of the routes from the Tokyo area to Kansai. Buses operate via the Tomei Expressway to and from Tokyo Station, and make a stop at Kyoto Station en-route. Seat reservations for JR Buses can be made in train stations at the same "Midori-no-Madoguchi" ticket windows used to reserve seats on trains. The following overnight services are available from Tokyo, reaching Nara in 9 hours. The JR Rail Pass cannot be used on this line.. �
Seishun Dream. Departs for Nara from Ueno Station at 10:20PM (and Tokyo Station at 10:50PM); departs for Tokyo from JR Nara at 9:15PM. The bus offers 4-across seating (2x2) with limited amenities. One way ¥5000, ¥4500 if purchased in advance for most M-Th trips. �
Premium Dream. Departs for Nara from Tokyo Station daily at 10:10PM; departs for Tokyo from JR Nara daily at 10:25PM. The bus offers amenities like blankets and toiletries. Second-floor seats are arranged 3-across (1x1x1), while the first-floor seats are equipped with televisions. One way first floor ¥9700-13,000, second floor ¥8400-8600; ¥1000 discount for second floor purchases 5 days in advance for most trips. �
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