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

The cheapest way to get from Shijuku to Osaka is to drive which costs ¥1200 - ¥1800 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shijuku to Osaka is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1800.

Is there a direct train between Shijuku and Osaka?

No, there is no direct train from Shijuku to Osaka. However, there are services departing from Shijuku and arriving at Osaka-Uehommachi via Igakambe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Shijuku to Osaka?

The distance between Shijuku and Osaka is 85 km. The road distance is 70.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Shijuku to Osaka without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs ¥1100 - ¥2500.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Shijuku to Osaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shijuku to Osaka train from?

Shijuku to Osaka train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway, depart from Igakambe station.

Where does the Shijuku to Osaka train arrive?

Shijuku to Osaka train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway, arrive at Osaka-Uehommachi station.

Can I drive from Shijuku to Osaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Shijuku to Osaka is 70 km. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Shijuku to Osaka.

Where can I stay near Osaka?

There are 9521+ hotels available in Osaka.

Shijuku to Osaka - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Shijuku to Osaka by train, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Igakambe to Osaka-Uehommachitrain [84520] Kintetsu Osaka Line Exp. / ...
1h 45m
¥1,100–2,500
Drive 70.4 km
1. Drive from Shijuku to Osakacar 70.4 km
1h 11m
¥1,223–1,766
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shijuku to Osakataxi 70.4 km
1h 11m
¥28,000–34,000
Train via Osaka-Namba
1. Take the train from Shijuku to Igakambetrain [85921] Iga Railway
2. Take the train from Iga-Kambe to Osaka-Nambatrain Limited Express / ...
2h 2m

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Distance: 85.4 km
Duration: 1h 45m

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

Kintetsu Railway operates a train from Igakambe to Osaka-Uehommachi every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥1,100–1,300 and the journey takes 1h 16m. Kintetsu Railway Limited Express also services this route hourly.

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