What is the cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Osaka Pass?

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Osaka Pass is to drive which costs ¥8000 - ¥12000 and takes 5h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tokyo to Osaka Pass?

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Osaka Pass is to fly and train and taxi which takes 3h 49m and costs ¥17000 - ¥26000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Osaka Pass?

No, there is no direct bus from Tokyo to Osaka Pass station. However, there are services departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Osaka Pass?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Osaka Pass. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Kyoto via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Osaka Pass?

The distance between Tokyo and Osaka Pass is 493 km. The road distance is 470.5 km.

How do I travel from Tokyo to Osaka Pass without a car?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Osaka Pass without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Osaka Pass?

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Tokyo to Osaka Pass, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Osaka Pass bus from?

Tokyo to Osaka Pass bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Osaka Pass train from?

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

Train or bus from Tokyo to Osaka Pass?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Osaka Pass is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus via Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi, which costs ¥7000 - ¥17000 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Tokyo to Osaka Pass bus arrive?

Tokyo to Osaka Pass bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, arrive at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi.

Where does the Tokyo to Osaka Pass train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tokyo to Osaka Pass?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Osaka Pass is 471 km. It takes approximately 5h 11m to drive from Tokyo to Osaka Pass.

Where can I stay near Osaka Pass?

There are 3747+ hotels available in Osaka Pass.

Tokyo to Osaka Pass - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and taxi

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There are 9 ways to get from Tokyo to Osaka Pass by train, bus, car, plane, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
2h 54m
Bus via Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchibus
7h 35m
¥7,140–16,710
Drive 470.5 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Osaka Passcar 470.5 km
5h 11m
¥8,104–11,706
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Osaka International Airport, train, taxi
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane HND - ITM
2. Take the train from Minamiibaraki to Nagaokatenjintrain
3. Take the taxi from Nagaokatenjin to Osaka Passtaxi
3h 49m
¥17,270–25,424
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kosoku Nagaokakyobus
7h 37m
¥14,300–15,500
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 Juusantrain
3. Take the train from Juusan to Nagaokatenjintrain
4h 46m
¥15,460–33,694
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
4h 28m
¥20,843–39,125
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, train, taxi
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)plane HND - NGO
2. Take the train from Nagoya to Kyototrain
3. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Osaka Passtaxi
4h 26m
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 Juusantrain
4. Take the train from Juusan to Nagaokatenjintrain
5h 37m
¥23,190–43,094

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

217Weekly Planes

1h 9mAverage Duration

¥12,062Cheapest Price

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Distance: 492.9 km
Duration: 2h 54m

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Osaka Pass, Kyoto, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Kyoto every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 2h 34m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi once daily. Tickets cost ¥3,200–12,000 and the journey takes 7h 8m.

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