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

The cheapest way to get from Ueno to Ōsaka is to drive which costs ¥1200 - ¥1800 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ueno to Ōsaka is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1800.

Is there a direct train between Ueno and Ōsaka?

No, there is no direct train from Ueno to Ōsaka. However, there are services departing from Kuwamachi and arriving at Yodoyabashi via Iga-Kambe and Namba. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Ueno to Ōsaka?

The distance between Ueno and Ōsaka is 92 km. The road distance is 70.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ueno to Ōsaka without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Ueno to Ōsaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ueno to Ōsaka train from?

Ueno to Ōsaka train services, operated by Iga Tetsudo, depart from Kuwamachi station.

Where does the Ueno to Ōsaka train arrive?

Ueno to Ōsaka train services, operated by Iga Tetsudo, arrive at Igakambe station.

Can I drive from Ueno to Ōsaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Ueno to Ōsaka is 70 km. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Ueno to Ōsaka.

Where can I stay near Ōsaka?

There are 9544+ hotels available in Ōsaka.

Ueno to Ōsaka - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Ueno to Ōsaka by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kuwamachi to Igakambetrain [85921] Iga Railway
2. Take the train from Iga-Kambe to Osaka-Nambatrain Limited Express / ...
2h 12m
Drive 70.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ueno to Osakacar 70.3 km
1h 11m
¥1,220–1,762
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ueno to Osakataxi 70.3 km
1h 11m
¥28,000–34,000
Train via Kamo
1. Take the train from Igaueno to Kamo(Kyoto)train [25005] Jr Kansai / ...
2. Take the train from Kamo to Ōsakatrain Yamatoji Rapid Service / ...
2h 38m
¥1,329–1,995

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Distance: 91.5 km
Duration: 2h 12m

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

You can take a train from Kuwamachi to Yodoyabashi via Iga-Kambe, Osaka-Namba, and Namba in around 2h 12m.

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