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

The cheapest way to get from Matsue to Osaka is to bus via Yonago which costs ¥5300 - ¥5600 and takes 5h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matsue to Osaka is to train and fly which takes 2h 59m and costs ¥15000 - ¥31000.

Is there a direct bus between Matsue and Osaka?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Matsue Sta. and arriving at Ōsaka Station JR Express Bus Terminal station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Matsue and Osaka?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Matsue and arriving at Ōsaka. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Matsue to Osaka?

The distance between Matsue and Osaka is 349 km. The road distance is 283 km.

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

The best way to get from Matsue to Osaka without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs ¥5000 - ¥7500.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Matsue to Osaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matsue to Osaka bus from?

Matsue to Osaka bus services, operated by JR Bus Chugoku, depart from Matsue Sta. station.

Where do I catch the Matsue to Osaka train from?

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

Train or bus from Matsue to Osaka?

The best way to get from Matsue to Osaka is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs ¥5000 - ¥7500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2800 - ¥10000 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Matsue to Osaka bus arrive?

Matsue to Osaka bus services, operated by JR Bus Chugoku, arrive at Ōsaka Station JR Express Bus Terminal.

Where does the Matsue to Osaka train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matsue to Osaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Matsue to Osaka is 283 km. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Matsue to Osaka.

How do I get a train ticket from Matsue to Osaka?

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Where can I stay near Osaka?

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Matsue to Osaka - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Matsue to Osaka by train, bus, night train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Matsue to Okayamatrain [186836] Ltd. Exp Yakumo 14 / ...
2. Take the train from Okayama to Shin Osakatrain Nozomi / ...
3h 43m
¥5,265–7,372
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Matsue Sta. to Ōsaka Station JR Express Bus Terminalbus Izumo Express Osaka / ...
4h 35m
¥2,800–10,000
Night train
1. Take the night train from Matsue to Ōsakanighttrain Sunrise Izumo
4h 44m
¥5,000–7,500
Drive 283 km
1. Drive from Matsue to Osakacar 283 km
4h 7m
¥4,910–7,092
Bus via Yonago
1. Take the bus from Yonago to Osaka Umedabus
5h 8m
¥5,368–5,549
Train, fly to Osaka International Airport
1. Take the train from Matsue to Shinjitrain
2. Fly from Izumo Airport (IZO) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane IZO - ITM
2h 59m
¥15,147–30,962
Fly to Komaki Airport, train
1. Fly from Izumo Airport (IZO) to Komaki Airport (NKM)plane IZO - NKM
2. Take the train from Nagoya to Shin Osakatrain
4h 41m

Izumo Airport (IZO) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) flights

28Weekly Planes

51 minAverage Duration

¥12,749Cheapest Price

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Distance: 348.6 km
Duration: 3h 43m

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

You can take a train from Matsue to Yodoyabashi via Okayama, Shin Osaka, and Shin-Ōsaka Station in around 3h 43m. Alternatively, JR Bus Chugoku operates a bus from Matsue Sta. to Ōsaka Station JR Express Bus Terminal 4 times a day. Tickets cost ¥2,800–10,000 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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