What is the cheapest way to get from Osaka to Byōdō-in?

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Byōdō-in is to train via Yodoyabashi which costs ¥650 - ¥850 and takes 1h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Osaka to Byōdō-in?

The fastest way to get from Osaka to Byōdō-in is to drive which takes 44 min and costs ¥600 - ¥900.

Is there a direct train between Osaka and Byōdō-in?

No, there is no direct train from Osaka station to Byōdō-in. However, there are services departing from Shin-Ōsaka Station and arriving at Uji via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Osaka to Byōdō-in?

The distance between Osaka and Byōdō-in is 55 km. The road distance is 40.2 km.

How do I travel from Osaka to Byōdō-in without a car?

The best way to get from Osaka to Byōdō-in without a car is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs ¥850 - ¥1300.

How long does it take to get from Osaka to Byōdō-in?

It takes approximately 1h 2m to get from Osaka to Byōdō-in, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Byōdō-in train from?

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

Where does the Osaka to Byōdō-in train arrive?

Osaka to Byōdō-in train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Osaka to Byōdō-in?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka to Byōdō-in is 40 km. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Osaka to Byōdō-in.

How do I get a train ticket from Osaka to Byōdō-in?

Book your Osaka to Byōdō-in train tickets online with Omio and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Byōdō-in?

There are 4016+ hotels available in Byōdō-in.

Osaka to Byōdō-in - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Osaka to Byōdō-in by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Kyōtotrain Thunderbird / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Ujitrain D: Nara Line Local / ...
1h 2m
¥889–1,239
Drive 40.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Osaka to Byōdō-incar 40.2 km
44 min
¥615–889
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Byōdō-intaxi 40.2 km
44 min
¥18,000–22,000
Train via Yodoyabashi
1. Take the train from Yodoyabashi to Fujinomoritrain Keihan Main Line / ...
1h 39m
¥650–830

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Distance: 55.2 km
Duration: 1h 2m

What companies run services between Osaka, Japan and Byōdō-in, Japan?

You can take a train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Byōdō-in via Kyōto and Uji in around 1h 2m.

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