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

The cheapest way to get from Kawaramachi to Osaka is to drive which costs ¥3200 - ¥4700 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kawaramachi to Osaka is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs ¥3800 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct bus between Kawaramachi and Osaka?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kencho-dori and arriving at Ōsaka. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Kawaramachi and Osaka?

No, there is no direct train from Kawaramachi to Osaka station. However, there are services departing from Kawaramachi and arriving at Shin-Ōsaka Station via Takamatsu(Kagawa), Okayama and Nishinakajima-Minamigata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Kawaramachi to Osaka?

The distance between Kawaramachi and Osaka is 230 km. The road distance is 187.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kawaramachi to Osaka without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs ¥3800 - ¥5500.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Kawaramachi to Osaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kawaramachi to Osaka bus from?

Kawaramachi to Osaka bus services, operated by Takamatsu Express, depart from Kencho-dori station.

Where do I catch the Kawaramachi to Osaka train from?

Kawaramachi to Osaka train services, operated by Japan Railways (JR), depart from Takamatsu(Kagawa) station.

Train or bus from Kawaramachi to Osaka?

The best way to get from Kawaramachi to Osaka is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs ¥3800 - ¥5500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4500 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Kawaramachi to Osaka bus arrive?

Kawaramachi to Osaka bus services, operated by Takamatsu Express, arrive at Ōsaka station.

Where does the Kawaramachi to Osaka train arrive?

Kawaramachi to Osaka train services, operated by Japan Railways (JR), arrive at Okayama station.

Can I drive from Kawaramachi to Osaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Kawaramachi to Osaka is 187 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Kawaramachi to Osaka.

Where can I stay near Osaka?

There are 9544+ hotels available in Osaka.

Kawaramachi to Osaka - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Kawaramachi to Osaka by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Takamatsu(Kagawa) to Okayamatrain [31528] Marine-Liner 22 / ...
2. Take the train from Okayama to Shin Osakatrain Nozomi / ...
2h 20m
¥3,895–5,478
Drive 187.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kawaramachi to Osakacar 187.2 km
2h 50m
¥3,247–4,691
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kenchodori to Kosoku Maikobus Takamatsu Express Kobe
2. Take the train from Maiko to Kitashinchitrain [26937] JR Gakkentoshi Line Local / ...
3h 50m
¥5,450–5,900
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kencho-dori to Ōsakabus
3h 57m
¥4,500
Bus via Tokushima
1. Take the bus from Kenchodori to Matsushigebus
2. Take the bus from Matsushige Product Building to Osaka Umedabus
4h 42m
¥5,650

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Distance: 230.5 km
Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between Kawaramachi, Kagawa-ken, Japan and Osaka, Japan?

You can take a train from Kawaramachi to Shin-Ōsaka Station via Takamatsu-Chikko, Takamatsu(Kagawa), Okayama, Shin Osaka, and Nishinakajima-Minamigata in around 2h 20m. Alternatively, Takamatsu Express operates a bus from Kencho-dori to Ōsaka every 3 hours. Tickets cost ¥4,500 and the journey takes 3h 49m.

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