What is the cheapest way to get from Kurashiki to Osaka-Namba?

The cheapest way to get from Kurashiki to Osaka-Namba is to train and subway which costs ¥2800 - ¥4000 and takes 1h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kurashiki to Osaka-Namba?

The fastest way to get from Kurashiki to Osaka-Namba is to train and subway which takes 1h 24m and costs ¥2800 - ¥4000.

Is there a direct bus between Kurashiki and Osaka-Namba?

No, there is no direct bus from Kurashiki station to Osaka-Namba station. However, there are services departing from Okayama Station West Exit and arriving at Osaka Station JR Express BT via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Kurashiki and Osaka-Namba?

No, there is no direct train from Kurashiki to Osaka-Namba. However, there are services departing from Kurashiki and arriving at Namba via Okayama and Shin-Ōsaka Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Kurashiki to Osaka-Namba?

The distance between Kurashiki and Osaka-Namba is 182 km. The road distance is 196.7 km.

How do I travel from Kurashiki to Osaka-Namba without a car?

The best way to get from Kurashiki to Osaka-Namba without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 24m and costs ¥2800 - ¥4000.

How long does it take to get from Kurashiki to Osaka-Namba?

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Kurashiki to Osaka-Namba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kurashiki to Osaka-Namba bus from?

Kurashiki to Osaka-Namba bus services, operated by JR Bus Chugoku, depart from Okayama Station West Exit.

Where do I catch the Kurashiki to Osaka-Namba train from?

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

Where does the Kurashiki to Osaka-Namba bus arrive?

Kurashiki to Osaka-Namba bus services, operated by JR Bus Chugoku, arrive at Osaka Station JR Express BT.

Where does the Kurashiki to Osaka-Namba train arrive?

Kurashiki to Osaka-Namba train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Okayama station.

Can I drive from Kurashiki to Osaka-Namba?

Yes, the driving distance between Kurashiki to Osaka-Namba is 197 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Kurashiki to Osaka-Namba.

Where can I stay near Osaka-Namba?

There are 9550+ hotels available in Osaka-Namba.

Kurashiki to Osaka-Namba - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Kurashiki to Osaka-Namba by train, subway, bus, night train, or car

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Train, subway
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1. Take the train from Kurashiki to Okayamatrain
2. Take the train from Okayama to Shin Osakatrain
3. Take the subway from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Nambasubway
1h 24m
¥2,811–3,960
Bus
1. Take the bus from Okayama Station West Exit to Osaka Station JR Express BTbus Okayama to Osaka
4h 27m
¥3,881–4,030
Night train
1. Take the night train from Kurashiki to Ōsakanighttrain Sunrise Izumo
2h 54m
¥2,819–3,874
Drive 196.7 km
1. Drive from Kurashiki to Osaka-Nambacar 196.7 km
2h 41m
¥3,413–4,930

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Distance: 181.6 km
Duration: 1h 24m

What companies run services between Kurashiki, Japan and Osaka-Namba, Japan?

JR Bus Chugoku operates a bus from Okayama Station West Exit to Osaka Station JR Express BT hourly. Tickets cost ¥3,400 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a vehicle from Kurashiki to Ōsaka once daily. Tickets cost ¥2,600–3,700 and the journey takes 2h 41m.

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