What is the cheapest way to get from Dōtonbori to Nagoya?

The cheapest way to get from Dōtonbori to Nagoya is to train and bus which costs ¥3200 - ¥3400 and takes 4h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dōtonbori to Nagoya?

The fastest way to get from Dōtonbori to Nagoya is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs ¥2900 - ¥4200.

Is there a direct bus between Dōtonbori and Nagoya?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Namba OCAT and arriving at Nagoya Station Noritake station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Dōtonbori and Nagoya?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Osaka-Namba and arriving at Kintetsu-Nagoya. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Dōtonbori to Nagoya?

The distance between Dōtonbori and Nagoya is 181 km. The road distance is 169.3 km.

How do I travel from Dōtonbori to Nagoya without a car?

The best way to get from Dōtonbori to Nagoya without a car is to train via Shin-Ōsaka Station which takes 1h 41m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Dōtonbori to Nagoya?

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Dōtonbori to Nagoya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dōtonbori to Nagoya bus from?

Dōtonbori to Nagoya bus services, operated by Willer Express, depart from Namba OCAT station.

Where do I catch the Dōtonbori to Nagoya train from?

Dōtonbori to Nagoya train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Shin Osaka station.

Train or bus from Dōtonbori to Nagoya?

The best way to get from Dōtonbori to Nagoya is to train via Shin-Ōsaka Station which takes 1h 41m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3000 - ¥5500 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Dōtonbori to Nagoya bus arrive?

Dōtonbori to Nagoya bus services, operated by Willer Express, arrive at Nagoya Station Noritake.

Where does the Dōtonbori to Nagoya train arrive?

Dōtonbori to Nagoya train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Nagoya station.

Can I drive from Dōtonbori to Nagoya?

Yes, the driving distance between Dōtonbori to Nagoya is 169 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Dōtonbori to Nagoya.

How do I get a bus ticket from Dōtonbori to Nagoya?

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There are 5 ways to get from Dōtonbori to Nagoya by train, bus, or car

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Train via Shin-Ōsaka Station
best
1. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Nagoyatrain Kodama / ...
1h 41m
Drive 169.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Dōtonbori to Nagoyacar 169.3 km
2h 18m
¥2,901–4,190
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kintetsu-Nippombashi to Kintetsu-Naratrain A: Nara Line Express / ...
2. Take the bus from Kintetsu Nara Station to Meitetsu Bus Centerbus
4h 9m
¥3,273–3,374
Train
1. Take the train from Osaka-Namba to Kintetsu-Nagoyatrain Urban Liner / ...
2h 19m
¥4,400–5,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Namba OCAT to Nagoya Station Noritakebus
4h 10m
¥3,000–5,500

Dōtonbori to Nagoya by bus

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Distance: 181.4 km
Duration: 1h 41m

What companies run services between Dōtonbori, Japan and Nagoya, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shin Osaka to Nagoya every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 9m. Alternatively, Willer Express operates a bus from Namba OCAT to Nagoya Station Noritake once daily. Tickets cost ¥1,500–5,500 and the journey takes 4h 10m. JAMJAM LINER also services this route once daily.

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