What is the cheapest way to get from Nagoya to Ōsaka?

The cheapest way to get from Nagoya to Ōsaka is to drive which costs ¥2800 - ¥4200 and takes 2h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nagoya to Ōsaka?

The fastest way to get from Nagoya to Ōsaka is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs ¥2800 - ¥4200.

Is there a direct bus between Nagoya and Ōsaka?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nagoya Station station and arriving at Osaka WBT Umeda. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Nagoya and Ōsaka?

No, there is no direct train from Nagoya to Ōsaka. However, there are services departing from Nagoya and arriving at Yodoyabashi via Shin-Ōsaka Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from Nagoya to Ōsaka?

The distance between Nagoya and Ōsaka is 178 km. The road distance is 166.1 km.

How do I travel from Nagoya to Ōsaka without a car?

The best way to get from Nagoya to Ōsaka without a car is to train via Shin-Ōsaka Station which takes 1h 26m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Nagoya to Ōsaka?

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from Nagoya to Ōsaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nagoya to Ōsaka bus from?

Nagoya to Ōsaka bus services, operated by Willer Express, depart from Nagoya Station.

Where do I catch the Nagoya to Ōsaka train from?

Nagoya to Ōsaka train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Nagoya station.

Train or bus from Nagoya to Ōsaka?

The best way to get from Nagoya to Ōsaka is to train via Shin-Ōsaka Station which takes 1h 26m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3600 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Nagoya to Ōsaka bus arrive?

Nagoya to Ōsaka bus services, operated by Willer Express, arrive at Osaka WBT Umeda station.

Where does the Nagoya to Ōsaka train arrive?

Nagoya to Ōsaka train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shin Osaka station.

Can I drive from Nagoya to Ōsaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Nagoya to Ōsaka is 166 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Nagoya to Ōsaka.

How do I get a bus ticket from Nagoya to Ōsaka?

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Nagoya to Ōsaka - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Nagoya to Ōsaka by train, bus, or car

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Train via Shin-Ōsaka Station
best
1. Take the train from Nagoya to Shin Osakatrain Kodama / ...
1h 26m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nagoya Station to Osaka WBT Umedabus
3h 5m
¥1,500–5,500
Drive 166.1 km
1. Drive from Nagoya to Osakacar 166.1 km
2h 14m
¥2,882–4,162
Train
1. Take the train from Kintetsu-Nagoya to Osaka-Nambatrain Urban Liner / ...
2h 31m
¥4,608–5,518

Nagoya to Ōsaka by bus

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3h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 178.1 km
Duration: 1h 26m

What companies run services between Nagoya, Japan and Ōsaka, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Nagoya to Shin Osaka every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 14m. Alternatively, Willer Express operates a bus from Nagoya Station to Osaka WBT Umeda every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥1,500–5,500 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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