What is the cheapest way to get from Tokyo to JR Namba?

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to JR Namba is to drive which costs ¥8500 - ¥13000 and takes 5h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tokyo to JR Namba?

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to JR Namba is to fly which takes 3h 17m and costs ¥13000 - ¥19000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and JR Namba?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit station and arriving at Namba. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and JR Namba?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to JR Namba. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at JR-Namba via Kyōto and Tennōji. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Tokyo to JR Namba?

The distance between Tokyo and JR Namba is 534 km. The road distance is 495.9 km.

How do I travel from Tokyo to JR Namba without a car?

The best way to get from Tokyo to JR Namba without a car is to train via Kyoto which takes 3h 56m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to JR Namba?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Tokyo to JR Namba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to JR Namba bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Tokyo to JR Namba train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Tokyo to JR Namba?

The best way to get from Tokyo to JR Namba is to train via Kyoto which takes 3h 56m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2200 - ¥15000 and takes 8h, you could also fly, which costs ¥13000 - ¥19000 and takes 3h 17m.

Where does the Tokyo to JR Namba bus arrive?

Tokyo to JR Namba bus services, operated by Willer Express, arrive at Namba station.

Where does the Tokyo to JR Namba train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tokyo to JR Namba?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to JR Namba is 496 km. It takes approximately 5h 35m to drive from Tokyo to JR Namba.

Where can I stay near JR Namba?

There are 9500+ hotels available in JR Namba.

Tokyo to JR Namba - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 11 ways to get from Tokyo to JR Namba 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 Tennōjitrain HARUKA Kansai-Airport Express / ...
3h 56m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Nambabus Jx261
8h
¥2,200–15,000
Drive 495.9 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to JR Nambacar 495.9 km
5h 35m
¥8,522–12,310
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Osaka International Airport
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane HND - ITM
3h 17m
¥13,190–18,514
Train
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Shin Osakatrain Kodama / ...
4h 19m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exitbus
2. Take the train from Kintetsu-Nagoya to Osaka-Nambatrain Urban Liner / ...
8h 9m
¥10,200–11,300
Bus via Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to JR Namba Station OCATbus Twinkle
9h 24m
¥4,100–17,000
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 Kobe-Sannomiya to Amagasakitrain
4h 26m
¥10,900–25,944
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 54m
¥15,763–35,215
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 Kobe-Sannomiya to Amagasakitrain
4. Take the train from Amagasaki(Hanshin) to Osaka-Nambatrain
5h 14m
¥18,130–37,344
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
5h 14m
¥22,640–47,764

Tokyo to JR Namba by bus and foot

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Distance: 533.6 km
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and JR Namba, Japan?

You can take a train from Tōkyō Station to JR-Namba via Kyoto, Kyōto, and Tennōji in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, Willer Express operates a bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Namba once daily. Tickets cost ¥2,200–15,000 and the journey takes 7h 50m.

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