What is the cheapest way to get from Universal Studio Japan to Namba?

The cheapest way to get from Universal Studio Japan to Namba is to train which costs ¥270 - ¥390 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Universal Studio Japan to Namba?

The fastest way to get from Universal Studio Japan to Namba is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs ¥4200 - ¥5000.

Is there a direct bus between Universal Studio Japan and Namba?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Universal Studios Japan and arriving at JR Namba. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Universal Studio Japan and Namba?

No, there is no direct train from Universal Studio Japan to Namba. However, there are services departing from Universal-city and arriving at Osaka-Namba via Nishikujo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Universal Studio Japan to Namba?

The distance between Universal Studio Japan and Namba is 8 km.

How do I travel from Universal Studio Japan to Namba without a car?

The best way to get from Universal Studio Japan to Namba without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs ¥270 - ¥390.

How long does it take to get from Universal Studio Japan to Namba?

It takes approximately 29 min to get from Universal Studio Japan to Namba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Universal Studio Japan to Namba bus from?

Universal Studio Japan to Namba bus services, operated by JR Shikoku Bus, depart from Universal Studios Japan station.

Where do I catch the Universal Studio Japan to Namba train from?

Universal Studio Japan to Namba train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Universal-city station.

Train or bus from Universal Studio Japan to Namba?

The best way to get from Universal Studio Japan to Namba is to train which takes 29 min and costs ¥270 - ¥390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1300 - ¥1800 and takes 1h.

Where does the Universal Studio Japan to Namba bus arrive?

Universal Studio Japan to Namba bus services, operated by JR Shikoku Bus, arrive at JR Namba station.

Where does the Universal Studio Japan to Namba train arrive?

Universal Studio Japan to Namba train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Nishikujō station.

Where can I stay near Namba?

There are 9599+ hotels available in Namba.

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There are 4 ways to get from Universal Studio Japan to Namba by train, bus, taxi, or foot

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Train
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1. Take the train from Universal-city to Nishikujōtrain P: JR Yumesaki Line Local
2. Take the train from Nishikujo to Osaka-Nambatrain [107376] Hanshin Namba / ...
29 min
¥277–385
Bus
1. Take the bus from Universal Studios Japan to JR Nambabus
1h
¥1,300–1,800
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Universal Studio Japan to Nambataxi 8.5 km
10 min
¥4,200–5,000
Walk
1. Take the walk from Universal Studio Japan to Nambawalk 7.7 km
1h 33m

Universal Studio Japan to Namba by bus

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Distance: 8 km
Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between Universal Studio Japan and Namba, Japan?

You can take a vehicle from Universal Studio Japan to Osaka-Namba via Universal-city and Nishikujo in around 29 min. Alternatively, JR Shikoku Bus operates a bus from Universal Studios Japan to JR Namba once daily. Tickets cost ¥1,300–1,800 and the journey takes 1h.

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