What is the cheapest way to get from Ōsaka to Tokyo?

The cheapest way to get from Ōsaka to Tokyo is to drive which costs ¥8500 - ¥13000 and takes 5h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ōsaka to Tokyo?

The fastest way to get from Ōsaka to Tokyo is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs ¥13000 - ¥21000.

Is there a direct bus between Ōsaka and Tokyo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Umeda and arriving at Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Ōsaka and Tokyo?

No, there is no direct train from Ōsaka to Tokyo station. However, there are services departing from Ōsaka and arriving at Tōkyō Station via Kyoto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Ōsaka to Tokyo?

The distance between Ōsaka and Tokyo is 519 km. The road distance is 492.7 km.

How do I travel from Ōsaka to Tokyo without a car?

The best way to get from Ōsaka to Tokyo without a car is to train via Kyoto which takes 3h 20m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ōsaka to Tokyo?

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Ōsaka to Tokyo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ōsaka to Tokyo bus from?

Ōsaka to Tokyo bus services, operated by Willer Express, depart from Umeda station.

Where do I catch the Ōsaka to Tokyo train from?

Ōsaka to Tokyo train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Ōsaka station.

Train, bus or fly from Ōsaka to Tokyo?

The best way to get from Ōsaka to Tokyo is to train via Kyoto which takes 3h 20m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2300 - ¥16000 and takes 7h 34m, you could also fly, which costs ¥13000 - ¥21000 and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the Ōsaka to Tokyo bus arrive?

Ōsaka to Tokyo bus services, operated by Willer Express, arrive at Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit.

Where does the Ōsaka to Tokyo train arrive?

Ōsaka to Tokyo train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Ōsaka to Tokyo?

Yes, the driving distance between Ōsaka to Tokyo is 493 km. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Ōsaka to Tokyo.

How do I get a train ticket from Ōsaka to Tokyo?

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Ōsaka to Tokyo - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Ōsaka to Tokyo by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Kyoto
best
1. Take the train from Ōsaka to Kyōtotrain A: JR Kyōto Line Rapid / ...
2. Take the train from Kyoto to Tōkyō Stationtrain Hikari / ...
3h 20m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Umeda to Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exitbus Jx262
7h 34m
¥2,300–16,000
Drive 492.7 km
1. Drive from Osaka to Tokyocar 492.7 km
5h 27m
¥8,556–12,358
Fly Osaka International Airport to Tokyo International Airport
1. Fly from Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)plane ITM - HND
2h 57m
¥12,951–20,259
Train
1. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Tōkyō Stationtrain Kodama / ...
4h 18m
Train to Kobe, fly to Tokyo International Airport
1. Take the train from Takatsuki to Sannomiyatrain
2. Fly from Kobe (UKB) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)plane UKB - HND
3h 46m
¥11,602–26,183
Fly Osaka International Airport to Narita International Airport, train
1. Fly from Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Narita International Airport (NRT)plane ITM - NRT
2. Take the train from 空港第2ビル Narita Airport Terminal 2·3 to Tōkyō Stationtrain
3h 57m
¥16,461–35,039
Train, bus to Tokushima Airport, fly to Tokyo International Airport
1. Take the train from Ōsaka to Maikotrain
2. Take the bus from Kousoku Maiko to Kousoku Narutobus
3. Fly from Tokushima Airport (TKS) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)plane TKS - HND
4h 57m
¥20,638–45,558
Train to Kobe, fly to Ibaraki Airport, train
1. Take the train from Takatsuki to Sannomiyatrain
2. Fly from Kobe (UKB) to Ibaraki Airport (IBR)plane UKB - IBR
3. Take the train from Ishioka to Tōkyō Stationtrain
4h 52m
¥19,312–39,163

Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Tokyo International Airport (HND) flights

210Weekly Planes

1h 18mAverage Duration

¥12,185Cheapest Price

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Distance: 519.4 km
Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Ōsaka, Japan and Tokyo, Japan?

You can take a train from Ōsaka to Tōkyō Station via Kyōto and Kyoto in around 3h 20m. Alternatively, Willer Express operates a bus from Umeda to Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit once daily. Tickets cost ¥2,300–16,000 and the journey takes 7h 34m. Kintetsu Bus also services this route once daily.

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