What is the cheapest way to get from Hikone to Osaka?

The cheapest way to get from Hikone to Osaka is to train which costs ¥1500 - ¥2200 and takes 1h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hikone to Osaka?

The fastest way to get from Hikone to Osaka is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs ¥1500 - ¥2200.

Is there a direct train between Hikone and Osaka?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hikone and arriving at Shin-Ōsaka Station station. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Hikone to Osaka?

The distance between Hikone and Osaka is 101 km. The road distance is 104.7 km.

How do I travel from Hikone to Osaka without a car?

The best way to get from Hikone to Osaka without a car is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs ¥1500 - ¥2200.

How long does it take to get from Hikone to Osaka?

The train from Hikone to Shin-Ōsaka Station takes 1h 18m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Hikone to Osaka train from?

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

Where does the Hikone to Osaka train arrive?

Hikone to Osaka train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Can I drive from Hikone to Osaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Hikone to Osaka is 105 km. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Hikone to Osaka.

Where can I stay near Osaka?

There are 9506+ hotels available in Osaka.

Hikone to Osaka - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Hikone to Osaka by train or car

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1. Take the train from Hikone to Shin-Ōsaka Stationtrain Rakuraku Biwako No 1
1h 18m
¥1,500–2,200
Drive 104.7 km
1. Drive from Hikone to Osakacar 104.7 km
1h 37m
¥1,818–2,625
Train via Kyoto
1. Take the train from Minamihikone to Kyōtotrain [21833] Jr Biwako
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Shin-Ōsaka Stationtrain A: JR Kyōto Line Rapid / ...
1h 46m
¥1,506–2,157
Train via Maibara
1. Take the train from Minamihikone to Maibaratrain [21747] Jr Biwako
2. Take the train from Maibara to Shin Osakatrain Kodama
1h 52m

Hikone to Osaka by train

5Weekly Trains

1h 18mAverage Duration

¥1,500Cheapest Price

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Distance: 101.4 km
Duration: 1h 18m

What companies run services between Hikone, Japan and Osaka, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Hikone to Shin-Ōsaka Station 5 times a week. Tickets cost ¥1,500–2,200 and the journey takes 1h 18m.

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