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

The cheapest way to get from Iwakuni to Osaka is to train which costs ¥5000 - ¥8000 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iwakuni to Osaka is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs ¥5000 - ¥8000.

Is there a direct bus between Iwakuni and Osaka?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Iwakuni Station station and arriving at Ōsaka. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Iwakuni and Osaka?

No, there is no direct train from Iwakuni to Osaka. However, there are services departing from Iwakuni and arriving at Ōsaka via Hiroshima and Shin-Ōsaka Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Iwakuni to Osaka?

The distance between Iwakuni and Osaka is 347 km. The road distance is 370.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Iwakuni to Osaka without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs ¥5000 - ¥8000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Iwakuni to Osaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iwakuni to Osaka bus from?

Iwakuni to Osaka bus services, operated by Kintetsu Bus, depart from Iwakuni Station.

Where do I catch the Iwakuni to Osaka train from?

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

Where does the Iwakuni to Osaka bus arrive?

Iwakuni to Osaka bus services, operated by Kintetsu Bus, arrive at Ōsaka station.

Where does the Iwakuni to Osaka train arrive?

Iwakuni to Osaka train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Hiroshima station.

Can I drive from Iwakuni to Osaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Iwakuni to Osaka is 370 km. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Iwakuni to Osaka.

Where can I stay near Osaka?

There are 9496+ hotels available in Osaka.

Iwakuni to Osaka - 4 ways to travel via train, night bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Iwakuni to Osaka by train, night bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Iwakuni to Hiroshimatrain San-yō Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Hiroshima to Shin Osakatrain Nozomi / ...
2h 31m
¥5,150–7,552
Night bus
1. Take the nightbus from Iwakuni Station to Ōsakanightbus Karst
8h 34m
¥8,000–11,000
Drive 370.4 km
1. Drive from Iwakuni to Osakacar 370.4 km
4h 41m
¥6,376–9,210
Train via Mihara
1. Take the train from Iwakuni to Miharatrain San-yō Line Local
2. Take the train from Mihara to Shin Osakatrain Kodama
5h 20m

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Distance: 346.7 km
Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a train from Iwakuni to Ōsaka via Hiroshima, Shin Osaka, and Shin-Ōsaka Station in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, Kintetsu Bus operates a vehicle from Iwakuni Station to Ōsaka once daily. Tickets cost ¥8,000–11,000 and the journey takes 8h 34m.

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