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

The cheapest way to get from Ōsaka to Uji is to drive which costs ¥600 - ¥900 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ōsaka to Uji is to drive which takes 42 min and costs ¥600 - ¥900.

Is there a direct train between Ōsaka and Uji?

No, there is no direct train from Ōsaka to Uji. However, there are services departing from Yodoyabashi and arriving at Ogura via Kintetsu-Tambabashi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Ōsaka to Uji?

The distance between Ōsaka and Uji is 47 km. The road distance is 39.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ōsaka to Uji without a car is to train via Kintetsu-Tambabashi which takes 1h 1m and costs ¥650 - ¥850.

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

It takes approximately 1h 1m to get from Ōsaka to Uji, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ōsaka to Uji train from?

Ōsaka to Uji train services, operated by Keihan Electric Railway, depart from Yodoyabashi station.

Where does the Ōsaka to Uji train arrive?

Ōsaka to Uji train services, operated by Keihan Electric Railway, arrive at Tambabashi station.

Can I drive from Ōsaka to Uji?

Yes, the driving distance between Ōsaka to Uji is 39 km. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Ōsaka to Uji.

Where can I stay near Uji?

There are 4019+ hotels available in Uji.

Ōsaka to Uji - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Ōsaka to Uji by train, car, or taxi

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Train via Kintetsu-Tambabashi
best
1. Take the train from Yodoyabashi to Tambabashitrain Keihan Main Line Limited Express / ...
1h 1m
¥676–831
Drive 39.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Osaka to Ujicar 39.4 km
42 min
¥600–867
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Ujitaxi 39.4 km
42 min
¥17,000–22,000
Train
1. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Kyototrain Kodama / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Ujitrain D: Nara Line Local / ...
1h 4m
¥1,080–1,525
Train via Fushimimomoyama
1. Take the train from Yodoyabashi to Fushimimomoyamatrain Keihan Main Line / ...
1h 23m
¥672–817

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Distance: 47.2 km
Duration: 1h 1m

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

Keihan Electric Railway operates a train from Yodoyabashi to Tambabashi every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥430–550 and the journey takes 44 min.

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