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

The cheapest way to get from Universal Studios Japan to Namba is to train which costs ¥270 - ¥390 and takes 24 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Universal Studios Japan to Namba is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs ¥4200 - ¥5500.

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

No, there is no direct train from Universal Studios Japan to Namba. However, there are services departing from Universal-city and arriving at Osaka-Namba via Nishikujo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Universal Studios Japan to Namba?

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

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

The best way to get from Universal Studios Japan to Namba without a car is to train which takes 24 min and costs ¥270 - ¥390.

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

It takes approximately 24 min to get from Universal Studios Japan to Namba, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Universal Studios Japan to Namba?

The best way to get from Universal Studios Japan to Namba is to train which takes 24 min and costs ¥270 - ¥390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1300 - ¥1800 and takes 1h 4m.

Where does the Universal Studios Japan to Namba bus arrive?

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

Where does the Universal Studios Japan to Namba train arrive?

Universal Studios 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 9517+ hotels available in Namba.

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

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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 / ...
24 min
¥277–385
Bus
1. Take the bus from Universal Studios Japan to JR Nambabus
1h 4m
¥1,300–1,800
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Universal Studios Japan to Nambataxi 8.7 km
10 min
¥4,200–5,500
Walk
1. Take the walk from Universal Studios Japan to Nambawalk 7.3 km
1h 29m

Universal Studios Japan to Namba by foot and bus

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Distance: 7.6 km
Duration: 24 min

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

You can take a vehicle from Universal Studios Japan to Osaka-Namba via Universal-city and Nishikujo in around 24 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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