What is the cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Ōsaka?

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Ōsaka is to drive which costs ¥8500 - ¥13000 and takes 5h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tokyo to Ōsaka?

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Ōsaka is to fly which takes 2h 52m and costs ¥12000 - ¥21000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Ōsaka?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit station and arriving at Umeda. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Ōsaka?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Ōsaka. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Ōsaka via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Ōsaka?

The distance between Tokyo and Ōsaka is 519 km. The road distance is 492.6 km.

How do I travel from Tokyo to Ōsaka without a car?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Ōsaka without a car is to train via Kyoto which takes 3h 24m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Ōsaka?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Tokyo to Ōsaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Ōsaka bus from?

Tokyo to Ōsaka bus services, operated by Willer Express, depart from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Ōsaka train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Tokyo to Ōsaka?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Ōsaka is to train via Kyoto which takes 3h 24m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2200 - ¥16000 and takes 7h 25m, you could also fly, which costs ¥12000 - ¥21000 and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Tokyo to Ōsaka bus arrive?

Tokyo to Ōsaka bus services, operated by Willer Express, arrive at Umeda station.

Where does the Tokyo to Ōsaka train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tokyo to Ōsaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Ōsaka is 493 km. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from Tokyo to Ōsaka.

How do I get a train ticket from Tokyo to Ōsaka?

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Tokyo to Ōsaka - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Tokyo to Ōsaka by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Kyoto
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Ōsakatrain A: JR Kyōto Line Rapid / ...
3h 24m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Umedabus Jx261
7h 25m
¥2,200–16,000
Drive 492.6 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Osakacar 492.6 km
5h 32m
¥8,553–12,354
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Osaka International Airport
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane HND - ITM
2h 52m
¥12,950–20,254
Train
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Shin Osakatrain Kodama / ...
4h 7m
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Kobe, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB)plane HND - UKB
2. Take the train from Sannomiya to Takatsukitrain
3h 56m
¥11,600–26,264
Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to 空港第2ビル Narita Airport Terminal 2·3train
2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane NRT - ITM
3h 29m
¥16,523–34,955
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Tokushima Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Tokushima Airport (TKS)plane HND - TKS
2. Take the bus from Kousoku Naruto to Kousoku Maikobus
3. Take the train from Maiko to Ōsakatrain
4h 56m
¥22,440–47,514
Train to Ibaraki Airport, fly to Kobe, train
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Ishiokatrain
2. Fly from Ibaraki Airport (IBR) to Kobe (UKB)plane IBR - UKB
3. Take the train from Sannomiya to Takatsukitrain
4h 44m
¥19,330–38,664

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

217Weekly Planes

1h 9mAverage Duration

¥12,185Cheapest Price

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Distance: 519.4 km
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Ōsaka, Japan?

You can take a train from Tōkyō Station to Ōsaka via Kyoto and Kyōto in around 3h 24m. Alternatively, Willer Express operates a bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Umeda once daily. Tickets cost ¥2,200–16,000 and the journey takes 7h 25m. Kintetsu Bus also services this route once daily.

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