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

The cheapest way to get from Okayama to Ōsaka is to train which costs ¥2500 - ¥3500 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Okayama to Ōsaka is to train which takes 50 min and costs ¥2500 - ¥3500.

Is there a direct bus between Okayama and Ōsaka?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Okayama Station West Exit station and arriving at Osaka Station JR Express BT station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Okayama and Ōsaka?

No, there is no direct train from Okayama to Ōsaka. However, there are services departing from Okayama and arriving at Yodoyabashi via Shin-Ōsaka Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Okayama to Ōsaka?

The distance between Okayama and Ōsaka is 162 km. The road distance is 171.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Okayama to Ōsaka without a car is to train which takes 50 min and costs ¥2500 - ¥3500.

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

It takes approximately 50 min to get from Okayama to Ōsaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Okayama to Ōsaka bus from?

Okayama to Ōsaka bus services, operated by JR Bus Chugoku, depart from Okayama Station West Exit.

Where do I catch the Okayama to Ōsaka train from?

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

Train or bus from Okayama to Ōsaka?

The best way to get from Okayama to Ōsaka is to train which takes 50 min and costs ¥2500 - ¥3500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3400 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Okayama to Ōsaka bus arrive?

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

Where does the Okayama to Ōsaka train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Okayama to Ōsaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Okayama to Ōsaka is 171 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Okayama to Ōsaka.

Where can I stay near Ōsaka?

There are 9541+ hotels available in Ōsaka.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Okayama to Shin Osakatrain Nozomi / ...
50 min
¥2,546–3,490
Bus
1. Take the bus from Okayama Station West Exit to Osaka Station JR Express BTbus Okayama to Osaka
3h 10m
¥3,400
Drive 171.2 km
1. Drive from Okayama to Osakacar 171.2 km
2h 31m
¥2,975–4,297
Train via Akashi
1. Take the train from Okayama to Nishi Akashitrain Hikari
2. Take the train from Nishi-Akashi to Kitashinchitrain [26937] JR Gakkentoshi Line Local / ...
2h 31m

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Distance: 162.4 km
Duration: 50 min

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

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Okayama to Shin Osaka hourly, and the journey takes 38 min. JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, JR Bus Chugoku operates a bus from Okayama Station West Exit to Osaka Station JR Express BT hourly. Tickets cost ¥3,400 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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