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

The cheapest way to get from Saitama to Osaka is to drive which costs ¥8500 - ¥13000 and takes 5h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saitama to Osaka is to train and fly which takes 3h 53m and costs ¥12000 - ¥20000.

Is there a direct bus between Saitama and Osaka?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from さいたま新都心駅東口 and arriving at 大阪ocat. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Saitama and Osaka?

No, there is no direct train from Saitama to Osaka station. However, there are services departing from さいたま新都心 Saitama-Shintoshin and arriving at Shin-Ōsaka Station via Tōkyō Station and Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Saitama to Osaka?

The distance between Saitama and Osaka is 544 km. The road distance is 513.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Saitama to Osaka without a car is to train via Kyoto which takes 3h 58m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Saitama to Osaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saitama to Osaka bus from?

Saitama to Osaka bus services, operated by Nippon Chuo Bus, depart from さいたま新都心駅東口 station.

Where do I catch the Saitama to Osaka train from?

Saitama to Osaka train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Tōkyō Station.

Train or bus from Saitama to Osaka?

The best way to get from Saitama to Osaka is to train via Kyoto which takes 3h 58m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥5000 - ¥13000 and takes 9h 15m.

Where does the Saitama to Osaka bus arrive?

Saitama to Osaka bus services, operated by Nippon Chuo Bus, arrive at 大阪ocat station.

Where does the Saitama to Osaka train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Saitama to Osaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Saitama to Osaka is 513 km. It takes approximately 5h 53m to drive from Saitama to Osaka.

How do I get a train ticket from Saitama to Osaka?

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Saitama to Osaka - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via Kyoto
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
3h 58m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from さいたま新都心駅東口 to 大阪ocatbus 高速バスシルクライナー(太田経由)
9h 15m
¥5,000–13,000
Drive 513.4 km
1. Drive from Saitama to Osakacar 513.4 km
5h 53m
¥8,587–12,403
Train to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport
1. Take the train from Saitama-Shintoshin to Shinagawatrain
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane HND - ITM
3h 53m
¥12,297–19,683
Train
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Shin Osakatrain Kodama / ...
4h 54m
Train to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Kobe
1. Take the train from Saitama-Shintoshin to Shinagawatrain
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB)plane HND - UKB
4h 11m
¥12,717–50,293
Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport
1. Take the train from Nippori to Narita Airport Terminal 2·3train
2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane NRT - ITM
4h 19m
¥15,730–34,726
Train to Ibaraki Airport, fly to Kobe
1. Take the train from Ueno to Ishiokatrain
2. Fly from Ibaraki Airport (IBR) to Kobe (UKB)plane IBR - UKB
5h 13m
¥20,529–44,474
Train to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Saitama-Shintoshin to Shinagawatrain
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)plane HND - NGO
3. Take the train from Nagoya to Shin Osakatrain
5h 20m
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Tokushima Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Tokushima Airport (TKS)plane HND - TKS
2. Take the bus from Kousoku Naruto to Shin-Kobe Stationbus
5h 59m
¥25,417–51,433

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) flights

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1h 10mAverage Duration

¥11,536Cheapest Price

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Distance: 544.3 km
Duration: 3h 58m

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

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Kyoto every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 2h 34m. Alternatively, Nippon Chuo Bus operates a bus from さいたま新都心駅東口 to 大阪ocat once daily. Tickets cost ¥6,000–11,000 and the journey takes 9h 15m. Two other operators also service this route.

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