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

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Kitahama is to train which costs ¥1000 - ¥1600 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Osaka to Kitahama is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs ¥1000 - ¥1600.

Is there a direct train between Osaka and Kitahama?

No, there is no direct train from Osaka station to Kitahama. However, there are services departing from Shin-Ōsaka Station and arriving at Wani via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Osaka to Kitahama?

The distance between Osaka and Kitahama is 68 km. The road distance is 74.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Osaka to Kitahama without a car is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs ¥1000 - ¥1600.

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

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from Osaka to Kitahama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Kitahama train from?

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

Where does the Osaka to Kitahama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Osaka to Kitahama?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka to Kitahama is 74 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Osaka to Kitahama.

Where can I stay near Kitahama?

There are 2945+ hotels available in Kitahama.

Osaka to Kitahama - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Osaka to Kitahama by train, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Kyōtotrain Thunderbird / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Wanitrain [22983] JR Kosei / ...
1h 8m
¥1,079–1,509
Drive 74.2 km
1. Drive from Osaka to Kitahamacar 74.2 km
1h 16m
¥1,288–1,860
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Kitahamataxi 74.2 km
1h 16m
¥27,000–33,000

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Distance: 67.5 km
Duration: 1h 8m

What companies run services between Osaka, Japan and Kitahama, Shiga, Japan?

You can take a train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Wani via Kyōto in around 1h 8m.

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