What is the cheapest way to get from Okayama to Ōsaka (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Okayama to Ōsaka (Station) is to night train which costs ¥2300 - ¥3400 and takes 2h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Okayama to Ōsaka (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Okayama to Ōsaka (Station) is to train which takes 47 min and costs ¥2400 - ¥3400.

Is there a direct bus between Okayama and Ōsaka (Station)?

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 (Station)?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Okayama and arriving at Ōsaka. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Okayama to Ōsaka (Station)?

The distance between Okayama and Ōsaka (Station) is 161 km. The road distance is 169.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Okayama to Ōsaka (Station) without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs ¥2400 - ¥3400.

How long does it take to get from Okayama to Ōsaka (Station)?

It takes approximately 47 min to get from Okayama to Ōsaka (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Okayama to Ōsaka (Station) bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Okayama to Ōsaka (Station) train from?

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

Train or bus from Okayama to Ōsaka (Station)?

The best way to get from Okayama to Ōsaka (Station) is to train which takes 47 min and costs ¥2400 - ¥3400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3400 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Okayama to Ōsaka (Station) bus arrive?

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

Where does the Okayama to Ōsaka (Station) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Okayama to Ōsaka (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Okayama to Ōsaka (Station) is 169 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Okayama to Ōsaka (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Okayama to Ōsaka (Station)?

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Where can I stay near Ōsaka (Station)?

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Okayama to Ōsaka (Station) - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and night train

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There are 5 ways to get from Okayama to Ōsaka (Station) by train, bus, night train, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Okayama to Shin Osakatrain Nozomi / ...
47 min
¥2,436–3,390
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Okayama to Ōsakanighttrain Sunrise Izumo / ...
2h 25m
¥2,300–3,400
Bus
1. Take the bus from Okayama Station West Exit to Osaka Station JR Express BTbus Okayama to Osaka
3h 10m
¥3,400
Drive 169.4 km
1. Drive from Okayama to Ōsaka (Station)car 169.4 km
2h 32m
¥2,946–4,255
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 37m

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Distance: 161.3 km
Duration: 47 min

What companies run services between Okayama, Japan and Ōsaka (Station), 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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