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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Nagoya and Osaka?

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 Osaka?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kintetsu-Nagoya and arriving at Osaka-Namba. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Nagoya to Osaka?

The distance between Nagoya and Osaka is 173 km. The road distance is 166.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Nagoya to Osaka without a car is to train via Kyoto which takes 1h 22m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 22m to get from Nagoya to Osaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nagoya to Osaka bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Nagoya to Osaka train from?

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

Train or bus from Nagoya to Osaka?

The best way to get from Nagoya to Osaka is to train via Kyoto which takes 1h 22m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2000 - ¥5000 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Nagoya to Osaka bus arrive?

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

Where does the Nagoya to Osaka train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nagoya to Osaka?

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

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

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

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Nagoya to Osaka - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Nagoya to Osaka by train, bus, or car

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Train via Kyoto
best
1. Take the train from Nagoya to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Shin-Ōsaka Stationtrain A: JR Kyōto Line Rapid / ...
1h 22m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nagoya Station to Osaka WBT Umedabus
3h 5m
¥2,000–5,000
Drive 166.1 km
1. Drive from Nagoya to Osakacar 166.1 km
2h 14m
¥2,853–4,121
Train
1. Take the train from Nagoya to Shin Osakatrain Kodama / ...
1h 26m
Train #2
1. Take the train from Kintetsu-Nagoya to Osaka-Nambatrain Hinotori / ...
2h 24m
¥4,400–5,500

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Distance: 173.4 km
Duration: 1h 22m

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

You can take a train from Nagoya to Shin-Ōsaka Station via Kyoto and Kyōto in around 1h 22m. Alternatively, Willer Express operates a bus from Nagoya Station to Osaka WBT Umeda every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥1,500–5,000 and the journey takes 3h 5m. JAMJAM LINER also services this route once daily.

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