What is the cheapest way to get from Osaka to Kansai region?

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Kansai region is to drive which costs ¥1200 - ¥1900 and takes 1h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Osaka to Kansai region?

The fastest way to get from Osaka to Kansai region is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1900.

Is there a direct train between Osaka and Kansai region?

No, there is no direct train from Osaka to Kansai region. However, there are services departing from Osaka and arriving at Nihonhesokoen via Tanikawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Osaka to Kansai region?

The distance between Osaka and Kansai region is 120 km. The road distance is 74.2 km.

How do I travel from Osaka to Kansai region without a car?

The best way to get from Osaka to Kansai region without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 1h 53m and costs ¥12000 - ¥16000.

How long does it take to get from Osaka to Kansai region?

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Osaka to Kansai region, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Kansai region train from?

Osaka to Kansai region train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Osaka station.

Where does the Osaka to Kansai region train arrive?

Osaka to Kansai region train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Tanikawa station.

Can I drive from Osaka to Kansai region?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka to Kansai region is 74 km. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Osaka to Kansai region.

Where can I stay near Kansai region?

There are 49+ hotels available in Kansai region.

Osaka to Kansai region - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Osaka to Kansai region by bus, taxi, train, or car

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Hankyu Sanbangai to Hikamibus
2. Take the taxi from Hikami to Kansai regiontaxi
1h 53m
¥12,572–15,072
Drive 74.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Osaka to Kansai regioncar 74.2 km
1h 9m
¥1,288–1,861
Train
1. Take the train from Osaka to Tanikawatrain [24666] Jr Takarazuka Line Rapid Service / ...
2h 51m
¥1,460–2,027
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Kansai regiontaxi 74.2 km
1h 9m
¥27,000–33,000

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Distance: 120 km
Duration: 1h 53m

What companies run services between Osaka, Japan and Kansai region, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Osaka to Tanikawa every 2 hours. Tickets cost ¥1,200–1,800 and the journey takes 1h 31m.

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