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

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Ao is to train via Suzurandai which costs ¥1200 - ¥1700 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Osaka to Ao is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1900.

Is there a direct train between Osaka and Ao?

No, there is no direct train from Osaka station to Ao. However, there are services departing from Shin-Ōsaka Station and arriving at Ao via Ashiya and Kakogawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Osaka to Ao?

The distance between Osaka and Ao is 93 km. The road distance is 74.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Osaka to Ao without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs ¥1400 - ¥2200.

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

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Osaka to Ao, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Ao train from?

Osaka to Ao train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Where does the Osaka to Ao train arrive?

Osaka to Ao train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Ashiya station.

Can I drive from Osaka to Ao?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka to Ao is 74 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Osaka to Ao.

Where can I stay near Ao?

There are 103+ hotels available in Ao.

Osaka to Ao - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Osaka to Ao by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Ashiyatrain
2. Take the train from Ashiya to Kakogawatrain
3. Take the train from Kakogawa to Aotrain
2h 2m
¥1,473–2,142
Train via Suzurandai #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Osaka-umeda to Shinkaichitrain Kobe Line Limited Express / ...
2. Take the train from Suzurandai to Aotrain [172799] Shintetsu Ao
2h 24m
¥1,254–1,674
Drive 74.4 km
1. Drive from Osaka to Aocar 74.4 km
1h 3m
¥1,279–1,847
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Aotaxi 74.4 km
1h 3m
¥27,000–33,000
Train via Suzurandai
1. Take the train from Osaka-Umeda to Shinkaichitrain Hanshin Main Line Limited Express Chokutsu Tokkyu / ...
2. Take the train from Suzurandai to Aotrain [172799] Shintetsu Ao
2h 21m
¥1,417–1,947

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Distance: 92.7 km
Duration: 2h 2m

What companies run services between Osaka, Japan and Ao, Hyōgo, Japan?

You can take a train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Ao via Ashiya and Kakogawa in around 2h 2m.

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