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

The cheapest way to get from Kumano to Osaka is to drive which costs ¥2600 - ¥3800 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kumano to Osaka is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs ¥2600 - ¥3800.

Is there a direct bus between Kumano and Osaka?

No, there is no direct bus from Kumano to Osaka. However, there are services departing from Shingu Sta. and arriving at Osaka via Tsuburizaka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Kumano and Osaka?

No, there is no direct train from Kumano to Osaka. However, there are services departing from Odomari and arriving at Yodoyabashi via Kumanoshi, Tsu and Namba. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Kumano to Osaka?

The distance between Kumano and Osaka is 269 km. The road distance is 150.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kumano to Osaka without a car is to train via Tsu which takes 5h 6m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Kumano to Osaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kumano to Osaka bus from?

Kumano to Osaka bus services, operated by Meiko Bus, depart from Shingu Sta. station.

Where do I catch the Kumano to Osaka train from?

Kumano to Osaka train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Kumanoshi station.

Train or bus from Kumano to Osaka?

The best way to get from Kumano to Osaka is to train via Tsu which takes 5h 6m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥6000 - ¥9000 and takes 8h 17m.

Where does the Kumano to Osaka bus arrive?

Kumano to Osaka bus services, operated by Meiko Bus, arrive at Tsuburizaka station.

Where does the Kumano to Osaka train arrive?

Kumano to Osaka train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Tsu station.

Can I drive from Kumano to Osaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Kumano to Osaka is 150 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Kumano to Osaka.

Where can I stay near Osaka?

There are 9606+ hotels available in Osaka.

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

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

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Train via Tsu
best
1. Take the train from Kumanoshi to Tsutrain Nanki
2. Take the train from Tsu to Osaka-Nambatrain Urban Liner / ...
5h 6m
Drive 150.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kumano to Osakacar 150.1 km
2h 17m
¥2,602–3,758
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shingu Sta. to Tsuburizakabus 90 Rapid
2. Take the bus from Tsuburizaka to Osakabus
8h 17m
¥6,058–8,606
Train
1. Take the train from Shingū to Shin-Ōsaka Stationtrain Kuroshio 12
6h 1m
¥4,458–6,606

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Distance: 268.7 km
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Kumano, Mie-ken, Japan and Osaka, Japan?

You can take a train from Odomari to Yodoyabashi via Kumanoshi, Tsu, Osaka-Namba, and Namba in around 5h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Odomari to Osaka via Shingu, Shingu Sta., and Tsuburizaka in around 8h 17m.

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