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

The cheapest way to get from Shimbashi to Osaka is to train via Kariya which costs ¥2400 - ¥3500 and takes 4h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shimbashi to Osaka is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs ¥2700 - ¥3900.

Is there a direct bus between Shimbashi and Osaka?

No, there is no direct bus from Shimbashi to Osaka station. However, there are services departing from Shimbashi and arriving at Osaka Station JR Express BT via Okayama Station West Exit. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Shimbashi and Osaka?

No, there is no direct train from Shimbashi to Osaka. However, there are services departing from Saidaiji and arriving at Yodoyabashi via Okayama and Shin-Ōsaka Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Shimbashi to Osaka?

The distance between Shimbashi and Osaka is 178 km. The road distance is 163.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Shimbashi to Osaka without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs ¥2700 - ¥3900.

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Shimbashi to Osaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shimbashi to Osaka bus from?

Shimbashi to Osaka bus services, operated by JR Bus Chugoku Co., Ltd., depart from Okayama Station West Exit.

Where do I catch the Shimbashi to Osaka train from?

Shimbashi to Osaka train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Saidaiji station.

Train or bus from Shimbashi to Osaka?

The best way to get from Shimbashi to Osaka is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs ¥2700 - ¥3900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3600 - ¥3700 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Shimbashi to Osaka bus arrive?

Shimbashi to Osaka bus services, operated by JR Bus Chugoku Co., Ltd., arrive at Osaka Station JR Express BT.

Where does the Shimbashi to Osaka train arrive?

Shimbashi to Osaka train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Okayama station.

Can I drive from Shimbashi to Osaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimbashi to Osaka is 164 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Shimbashi to Osaka.

Where can I stay near Osaka?

There are 9430+ hotels available in Osaka.

Shimbashi to Osaka - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Shimbashi to Osaka by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Saidaiji to Okayamatrain [31226] JR Ako / ...
2. Take the train from Okayama to Shin Osakatrain Nozomi / ...
1h 43m
¥2,756–3,891
Train via Kariya
cheapest
1. Take the train from Saidaiji to Banshuakotrain [31207] JR Ako / ...
2. Take the train from Banshuako to Ōsakatrain Akousen Shinkaisoku / ...
4h 9m
¥2,438–3,486
Bus
1. Take the bus from Okayama Station West Exit to Osaka Station JR Express BTbus Okayama to Osaka
4h 37m
¥3,600–3,697
Drive 163.8 km
1. Drive from Shimbashi to Osakacar 163.8 km
2h 18m
¥2,505–3,618

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Distance: 177.5 km
Duration: 1h 43m

What companies run services between Shimbashi, Okayama-ken, Japan and Osaka, Japan?

You can take a vehicle from Shimbashi to Yodoyabashi via Saidaiji, Okayama, Shin Osaka, and Shin-Ōsaka Station in around 1h 43m. Alternatively, JR Bus Chugoku Co., Ltd. operates a bus from Okayama Station West Exit to Osaka Station JR Express BT hourly. Tickets cost ¥3,400 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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