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 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto (State) to Ōsaka is to subway and train which takes 48 min and costs ¥850 - ¥1200.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Kyoto (State) station to Ōsaka. However, there are services departing from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate and arriving at Herbis Osaka via Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

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 16m.

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

The distance between Kyoto (State) and Ōsaka is 47 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 48 min and costs ¥850 - ¥1200.

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

It takes approximately 48 min to get from Kyoto (State) to Ōsaka, including transfers.

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

Kyoto (State) to Ōsaka bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate.

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.

Train or bus from Kyoto (State) to Ōsaka?

The best way to get from Kyoto (State) to Ōsaka is to bus which takes 1h 59m and costs ¥2000 - ¥2600. Alternatively, you can train via Shijo, which costs ¥600 - ¥800 and takes 1h 8m.

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

Kyoto (State) to Ōsaka bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal 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?

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Kyoto (State) to Ōsaka - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Kyoto (State) to Ōsaka by subway, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Marutamachi to Kyotosubway K: Karasuma
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Ōsakatrain Thunderbird / ...
48 min
¥887–1,202
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Jingu-Marutamachi to Yodoyabashitrain Keihan Main Line Semi-Express / ...
1h 16m
¥490–650
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate to Osaka Itami Airport South Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Osaka Itami Airport to Herbis Osakabus
1h 59m
¥2,037–2,602
Drive 49.6 km
1. Drive from Kyoto to Osakacar 49.6 km
49 min
¥755–1,090
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Osakataxi 49.6 km
49 min
¥22,000–27,000
Train via Shijo
1. Take the train from Karasuma to Ōsakatrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
1h 8m
¥640–784

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Distance: 46.7 km
Duration: 48 min

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

You can take a subway from Marutamachi to Herbis Osaka via Kyoto, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, and Osaka Itami Airport in around 1h 59m. Alternatively, Hankyu Railway operates a train from Karasuma to Ōsaka every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥420–550 and the journey takes 1h 2m.

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