What is the cheapest way to get from Kyoto (State) to Ōsaka?

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto (State) to Ōsaka is to train which costs ¥490 - ¥650 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kyoto (State) to Ōsaka?

The fastest way to get from Kyoto (State) to Ōsaka is to drive which takes 49 min and costs ¥850 - ¥1300.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto (State) and Ōsaka?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jingu-Marutamachi and arriving at Yodoyabashi. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Kyoto (State) to Ōsaka?

The distance between Kyoto (State) and Ōsaka is 48 km. The road distance is 49.6 km.

How do I travel from Kyoto (State) to Ōsaka without a car?

The best way to get from Kyoto (State) to Ōsaka without a car is to subway and train which takes 50 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Kyoto (State) to Ōsaka?

It takes approximately 50 min to get from Kyoto (State) to Ōsaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto (State) to Ōsaka train from?

Kyoto (State) to Ōsaka train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, depart from Marutamachi station.

Where does the Kyoto (State) to Ōsaka train arrive?

Kyoto (State) to Ōsaka train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, arrive at Kyoto station.

Can I drive from Kyoto (State) to Ōsaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto (State) to Ōsaka is 50 km. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Kyoto (State) to Ōsaka.

Where can I stay near Ōsaka?

There are 9544+ hotels available in Ōsaka.

Kyoto (State) to Ōsaka - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Kyoto (State) to Ōsaka by subway, train, car, or taxi

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Marutamachi to Kyotosubway
2. Take the train from Kyoto to Shin Osakatrain
3. Take the subway from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Yodoyabashisubway
50 min
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Jingu-Marutamachi to Yodoyabashitrain Keihan Main Line Semi-Express / ...
1h 15m
¥490–650
Drive 49.6 km
1. Drive from Kyoto to Osakacar 49.6 km
49 min
¥861–1,244
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Osakataxi 49.6 km
49 min
¥18,000–23,000
Train via Shijo
1. Take the train from Karasuma to Osaka-umedatrain Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
1h 9m
¥608–787

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Distance: 47.8 km
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between Kyoto (State), Japan and Ōsaka, Japan?

Hankyu Railway operates a train from Karasuma to Osaka-umeda every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥400–550 and the journey takes 1h 2m.

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