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

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Tianjin is to car ferry and train which costs ¥950 - ¥1400 and takes 2 days 13h.

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

The fastest way to get from Osaka to Tianjin is to train and fly which takes 7h 57m and costs ¥1300 - ¥2700.

How far is it from Osaka to Tianjin?

The distance between Osaka and Tianjin is 1724 km.

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

The best way to get from Osaka to Tianjin without a car is to car ferry and train via Jinan which takes 2 days 6h and costs ¥1300 - ¥1700.

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

It takes approximately 12h 22m to get from Osaka to Tianjin, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Osaka and Tianjin?

Tianjin is 1h behind Osaka. It is currently 6:45 AM in Osaka and 5:45 AM in Tianjin.

Where can I stay near Tianjin?

There are 180+ hotels available in Tianjin.

Osaka to Tianjin - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and car ferry

How to get fromOsaka to Tianjin

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 6 ways to get from Osaka to Tianjin by plane, car ferry, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Kobe to Tianjin Binhai
best
1. Fly from Kobe (UKB) to Tianjin Binhai (TSN)plane UKB - TSN
12h 22m
¥1,133–4,752
Car ferry, train #2
cheapest
1. Take the carferry from Osaka International Ferry Terminal to Shanghaicarferry
2. Take the train from Shanghai station to Tianjin Stationtrain Shanghai
2d 13h
¥981–1,383
Car ferry, train via Jinan
1. Take the carferry from Osaka International Ferry Terminal to Shanghaicarferry
2. Take the train from Shanghai station to Ji'nan Westtrain
3. Take the train from Jinan West to Tianjin West Stationtrain
2d 6h
¥1,381–1,653
Train to Kansai International Airport, fly to Beijing Capital International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Kansai Airporttrain
2. Fly from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)plane KIX - PEK
3. Take the train from Beijing South to Tianjin Stationtrain
7h 57m
¥1,315–2,655
Fly Kobe to Beijing Capital International Airport, train
1. Fly from Kobe (UKB) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)plane UKB - PEK
2. Take the train from Beijing South to Tianjin Stationtrain
11h 4m
¥1,798–4,344
Car ferry, train
1. Take the carferry from Osaka International Ferry Terminal to Shanghaicarferry
2. Take the train from Shanghai Hongqiao to Tianjin Westtrain Shanghai Hongqiao / ...
2d 6h
¥1,382–1,644

Kobe (UKB) to Tianjin Binhai (TSN) flights

15Weekly Planes

14h 11mAverage Duration

¥1,156Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Osaka to Tianjin.

Launch map view

Distance: 1,723.5 km
Duration: 12h 22m

What companies run services between Osaka, Japan and Tianjin, China?

Korean Air, All Nippon Airways, and two other airlines fly from Kobe (UKB) to Tianjin Binhai (TSN) twice daily.

Airlines

Train operators

Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around China

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.