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

The cheapest way to get from Ueno to Okayama is to drive which costs ¥3900 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ueno to Okayama is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs ¥4600 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct train between Ueno and Okayama?

No, there is no direct train from Ueno to Okayama. However, there are services departing from Kuwamachi and arriving at Okayama via Iga-Kambe, Namba and Shin Osaka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Ueno to Okayama?

The distance between Ueno and Okayama is 257 km. The road distance is 232 km.

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

The best way to get from Ueno to Okayama without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs ¥4600 - ¥6500.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Ueno to Okayama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ueno to Okayama train from?

Ueno to Okayama train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, depart from Iga-Kambe station.

Where does the Ueno to Okayama train arrive?

Ueno to Okayama train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, arrive at Osaka-Namba station.

Can I drive from Ueno to Okayama?

Yes, the driving distance between Ueno to Okayama is 232 km. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Ueno to Okayama.

Where can I stay near Okayama?

There are 425+ hotels available in Okayama.

Ueno to Okayama - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ueno to Okayama by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Iga-Kambe to Osaka-Nambatrain Limited Express / ...
2. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Okayamatrain Sakura / ...
3h 25m
¥4,642–6,099
Drive 232 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ueno to Okayamacar 232 km
3h 49m
¥3,987–5,759
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kamo to Ōsakatrain Yamatoji Rapid Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Osaka Station JR Express BT to Okayama Station West Exitbus Osaka to Okayama
6h 30m
¥4,729–5,395

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Distance: 256.6 km
Duration: 3h 25m

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

You can take a train from Kuwamachi to Okayama via Iga-Kambe, Osaka-Namba, Namba, Shin-Ōsaka Station, and Shin Osaka in around 3h 25m.

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