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

The cheapest way to get from Okayama to Nishinomiya is to train which costs ¥2600 - ¥3800 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Okayama to Nishinomiya is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs ¥2600 - ¥3800.

Is there a direct bus between Okayama and Nishinomiya?

No, there is no direct bus from Okayama to Nishinomiya. However, there are services departing from Okayama and arriving at Sannomiya BT via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Okayama and Nishinomiya?

No, there is no direct train from Okayama to Nishinomiya. However, there are services departing from Okayama and arriving at Sakurashukugawa via Shin-Ōsaka Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Okayama to Nishinomiya?

The distance between Okayama and Nishinomiya is 178 km. The road distance is 152.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Okayama to Nishinomiya without a car is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs ¥2600 - ¥3800.

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

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from Okayama to Nishinomiya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Okayama to Nishinomiya bus from?

Okayama to Nishinomiya bus services, operated by Ryobi Bus, depart from Okayama station.

Where do I catch the Okayama to Nishinomiya train from?

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

Train or bus from Okayama to Nishinomiya?

The best way to get from Okayama to Nishinomiya is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs ¥2600 - ¥3800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2600 - ¥3700 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Okayama to Nishinomiya bus arrive?

Okayama to Nishinomiya bus services, operated by Ryobi Bus, arrive at Sannomiya BT station.

Where does the Okayama to Nishinomiya train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Okayama to Nishinomiya?

Yes, the driving distance between Okayama to Nishinomiya is 153 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Okayama to Nishinomiya.

Where can I stay near Nishinomiya?

There are 9526+ hotels available in Nishinomiya.

Okayama to Nishinomiya - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Okayama to Nishinomiya by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Okayama to Shin Osakatrain Nozomi / ...
2. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Sakurashukugawatrain JR Kyoto Line
1h 10m
¥2,686–3,730
Drive 152.7 km
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1. Drive from Okayama to Nishinomiyacar 152.7 km
2h 31m
¥2,620–3,784
Bus
1. Take the bus from Okayama to Sannomiya BTbus Kobe
3h 20m
¥2,641–3,633
Train via Akashi
1. Take the train from Okayama to Nishi Akashitrain Hikari
2. Take the train from Nishi-Akashi to Sakurashukugawatrain A: JR Kōbe Line Local / ...
1h 55m
Bus via Osaka-Umeda(Hanshin)
1. Take the bus from Okayama Station West Exit to Osaka Station JR Express BTbus Okayama to Osaka
3h 30m
¥3,640–3,740

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Distance: 178.1 km
Duration: 1h 10m

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

You can take a train from Okayama to Sakurashukugawa via Shin Osaka and Shin-Ōsaka Station in around 1h 10m. Alternatively, Ryobi Bus operates a bus from Okayama to Sannomiya BT twice daily. Tickets cost ¥3,050 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Chutetsu Bus also services this route 4 times a week.

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