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

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Uji is to train which costs ¥550 - ¥800 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Osaka to Uji is to drive which takes 42 min and costs ¥650 - ¥1000.

Is there a direct train between Osaka and Uji?

No, there is no direct train from Osaka to Uji. However, there are services departing from Shin Osaka and arriving at Uji via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from Osaka to Uji?

The distance between Osaka and Uji is 54 km. The road distance is 39.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Osaka to Uji without a car is to train via Kyoto which takes 44 min and costs .

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

It takes approximately 44 min to get from Osaka to Uji, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Uji train from?

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

Where does the Osaka to Uji train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Osaka to Uji?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka to Uji is 39 km. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Osaka to Uji.

Where can I stay near Uji?

There are 3947+ hotels available in Uji.

Osaka to Uji - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Osaka to Uji by train, car, or taxi

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Train via Kyoto
best
1. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Kyototrain Kodama / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Ujitrain D: Nara Line Local / ...
44 min
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Yodoyabashi to Chushojimatrain Keihan Main Line Limited Express / ...
2. Take the train from Chushojima to Uji(Keihan)train [97827] Keihan Uji
1h 3m
¥580–778
Drive 39.4 km
1. Drive from Osaka to Ujicar 39.4 km
42 min
¥678–980
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Ujitaxi 39.4 km
42 min
¥15,000–18,000
Train
1. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Kyōtotrain A: JR Kyōto Line Rapid / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Ujitrain D: Nara Line Local / ...
1h
¥892–1,243

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Distance: 54.3 km
Duration: 44 min

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

You can take a train from Shin Osaka to Uji via Kyoto and Kyōto in around 44 min.

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