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

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Tōkai is to drive which costs ¥2700 - ¥3900 and takes 2h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Osaka to Tōkai is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs ¥2700 - ¥3900.

Is there a direct bus between Osaka and Tōkai?

No, there is no direct bus from Osaka to Tōkai station. However, there are services departing from Osaka WBT Umeda and arriving at Nagoya Station Noritake via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Osaka and Tōkai?

No, there is no direct train from Osaka to Tōkai. However, there are services departing from Yodoyabashi and arriving at Ōtagawa via Shin Osaka and Meitetsu Nagoya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Osaka to Tōkai?

The distance between Osaka and Tōkai is 197 km. The road distance is 161.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Osaka to Tōkai without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Osaka to Tōkai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Tōkai bus from?

Osaka to Tōkai bus services, operated by Willer Express, depart from Osaka WBT Umeda station.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Tōkai train from?

Osaka to Tōkai train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Shin Osaka station.

Train or bus from Osaka to Tōkai?

The best way to get from Osaka to Tōkai is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3700 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Osaka to Tōkai bus arrive?

Osaka to Tōkai bus services, operated by Willer Express, arrive at Nagoya Station Noritake.

Where does the Osaka to Tōkai train arrive?

Osaka to Tōkai train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Nagoya station.

Can I drive from Osaka to Tōkai?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka to Tōkai is 161 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Osaka to Tōkai.

Where can I stay near Tōkai?

There are 1110+ hotels available in Tōkai.

Osaka to Tōkai - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Osaka to Tōkai by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Nagoyatrain Kodama / ...
2h 5m
Drive 161.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Osaka to Tōkaicar 161.2 km
2h 4m
¥2,696–3,894
Bus
1. Take the bus from Osaka WBT Umeda to Nagoya Station Noritakebus
3h 45m
¥3,700–5,500
Train via Jingumae
1. Take the train from Osaka-Namba to Kintetsu-Nagoyatrain Urban Liner / ...
3h 14m
¥5,100–6,313
Bus via Kyoto
1. Take the bus from Kyoto Chuo Entrance to Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exitbus
4h 30m
¥3,729–4,019

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Distance: 196.6 km
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Osaka, Japan and Tōkai, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shin Osaka to Nagoya every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 9m. Alternatively, Willer Express operates a bus from Osaka WBT Umeda to Nagoya Station Noritake hourly. Tickets cost ¥1,500–5,500 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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