What is the cheapest way to get from Echizen-shi to Osaka?

The cheapest way to get from Echizen-shi to Osaka is to drive which costs ¥2800 - ¥4200 and takes 2h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Echizen-shi to Osaka?

The fastest way to get from Echizen-shi to Osaka is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs ¥6000 - ¥9500.

Is there a direct bus between Echizen-shi and Osaka?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Takefu IC and arriving at Osaka Umeda. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Echizen-shi and Osaka?

No, there is no direct train from Echizen-shi to Osaka station. However, there are services departing from Echizen-Takefu and arriving at Shin-Ōsaka Station via Tsuruga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Echizen-shi to Osaka?

The distance between Echizen-shi and Osaka is 168 km. The road distance is 170.6 km.

How do I travel from Echizen-shi to Osaka without a car?

The best way to get from Echizen-shi to Osaka without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs ¥6000 - ¥9500.

How long does it take to get from Echizen-shi to Osaka?

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Echizen-shi to Osaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Echizen-shi to Osaka bus from?

Echizen-shi to Osaka bus services, operated by Keifuku Bus, depart from Takefu IC station.

Where do I catch the Echizen-shi to Osaka train from?

Echizen-shi to Osaka train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Tsuruga station.

Train or bus from Echizen-shi to Osaka?

The best way to get from Echizen-shi to Osaka is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs ¥6000 - ¥9500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3700 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Echizen-shi to Osaka bus arrive?

Echizen-shi to Osaka bus services, operated by Keifuku Bus, arrive at Osaka Umeda station.

Where does the Echizen-shi to Osaka train arrive?

Echizen-shi to Osaka train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Can I drive from Echizen-shi to Osaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Echizen-shi to Osaka is 171 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Echizen-shi to Osaka.

Where can I stay near Osaka?

There are 7472+ hotels available in Osaka.

Echizen-shi to Osaka - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Echizen-shi to Osaka by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Tsuruga to Shin-Ōsaka StationThunderbird
2h 6m
¥6,276–9,308
Drive 170.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Echizen-shi to Osaka170.6 km
2h 48m
¥2,888–4,172
Bus
1. Take the bus from Takefu IC to Osaka Umeda
3h 5m
¥3,700–5,500
Train via Takefu
1. Take the train from Takefu to Tsuruga[28983] Hapi-Line Fukui
2. Take the train from Tsuruga to Shin-Ōsaka StationThunderbird
2h 23m

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Distance: 167.6 km
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Echizen-shi, Japan and Osaka, Japan?

Japan Railways Limited Express operates a train from Tsuruga to Shin-Ōsaka Station hourly. Tickets cost ¥3,900–5,500 and the journey takes 1h 23m. Alternatively, Keifuku Bus operates a bus from Takefu IC to Osaka Umeda twice daily. Tickets cost ¥3,700–5,500 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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