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

The cheapest way to get from Shiojiri to Osaka is to drive which costs ¥5500 - ¥8500 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shiojiri to Osaka is to fly and train which takes 2h 15m and costs ¥24000 - ¥36000.

Is there a direct bus between Shiojiri and Osaka?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nagano Midoriko and arriving at Osaka Hankyu Sanbangai. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Shiojiri and Osaka?

No, there is no direct train from Shiojiri to Osaka. However, there are services departing from Shiojiri and arriving at Yodoyabashi via Nagoya and Shin-Ōsaka Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Shiojiri to Osaka?

The distance between Shiojiri and Osaka is 351 km. The road distance is 334.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Shiojiri to Osaka without a car is to train via Shin-Ōsaka Station which takes 3h 37m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Shiojiri to Osaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shiojiri to Osaka bus from?

Shiojiri to Osaka bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, depart from Nagano Midoriko station.

Where do I catch the Shiojiri to Osaka train from?

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

Train or bus from Shiojiri to Osaka?

The best way to get from Shiojiri to Osaka is to train via Shin-Ōsaka Station which takes 3h 37m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥5000 - ¥13000 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Shiojiri to Osaka bus arrive?

Shiojiri to Osaka bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, arrive at Osaka Hankyu Sanbangai station.

Where does the Shiojiri to Osaka train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shiojiri to Osaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Shiojiri to Osaka is 334 km. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Shiojiri to Osaka.

Where can I stay near Osaka?

There are 9517+ hotels available in Osaka.

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Train via Shin-Ōsaka Station
best
1. Take the train from Shiojiri to Nagoyatrain Shinano 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Nagoya to Shin Osakatrain Kodama / ...
3h 37m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nagano Midoriko to Osaka Hankyu Sanbangaibus
5h 29m
¥3,600–13,000
Drive 334.5 km
1. Drive from Shiojiri to Osakacar 334.5 km
4h 59m
¥5,802–8,381
Fly, train
1. Fly from Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) to Kobe (UKB)plane MMJ - UKB
2. Take the train from Sannomiya to Ashiyatrain
3. Take the train from Ashiya to Shin-Ōsaka Stationtrain
2h 15m
¥24,180–35,276
Train
1. Take the train from Shiojiri to Nagoyatrain Shinano 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Kintetsu-Nagoya to Osaka-Nambatrain Urban Liner / ...
4h 53m

Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) to Kobe (UKB) flights

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Distance: 351 km
Duration: 3h 37m

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

You can take a train from Shiojiri to Yodoyabashi via Nagoya, Shin Osaka, and Shin-Ōsaka Station in around 3h 37m. Alternatively, ALPICO Kotsu operates a bus from Nagano Midoriko to Osaka Hankyu Sanbangai once daily. Tickets cost ¥3,600–13,000 and the journey takes 5h 29m.

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