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

The cheapest way to get from Kure to Osaka is to train which costs ¥5000 - ¥7500 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kure to Osaka is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs ¥5000 - ¥7500.

Is there a direct train between Kure and Osaka?

No, there is no direct train from Kure to Osaka. However, there are services departing from Kure and arriving at Yodoyabashi via Hiroshima and Shin-Ōsaka Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Kure to Osaka?

The distance between Kure and Osaka is 333 km. The road distance is 326.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kure to Osaka without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs ¥5000 - ¥7500.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Kure to Osaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kure to Osaka train from?

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

Where does the Kure to Osaka train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kure to Osaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Kure to Osaka is 326 km. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Kure to Osaka.

Where can I stay near Osaka?

There are 9500+ hotels available in Osaka.

Kure to Osaka - 4 ways to travel via train, car, ferry, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Kure to Osaka by train, car, ferry, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kure to Hiroshimatrain [32136] JR Kure / ...
2. Take the train from Hiroshima to Shin Osakatrain Nozomi / ...
2h 27m
¥5,046–7,355
Drive 326.3 km
1. Drive from Kure to Osakacar 326.3 km
4h 17m
¥5,607–8,099
Ferry, train, fly
1. Take the ferry from Kure to Matsuyamaferry
2. Take the train from Takahama(Ehime) to Otemachi Sta.train
3. Fly from Matsuyama Airport (MYJ) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane MYJ - ITM
4h 39m
Train via Mihara
1. Take the train from Hiro to Miharatrain [32118] Jr Kure / ...
2. Take the train from Mihara to Shin Osakatrain Kodama
5h 25m

Matsuyama Airport (MYJ) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) flights

70Weekly Planes

53 minAverage Duration

¥11,486Cheapest Price

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Distance: 333 km
Duration: 2h 27m

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

You can take a train from Kure to Yodoyabashi via Hiroshima, Shin Osaka, and Shin-Ōsaka Station in around 2h 27m.

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