What is the cheapest way to get from Hiroshima to Sakai?

The cheapest way to get from Hiroshima to Sakai is to night bus which costs ¥3700 - ¥7500 and takes 7h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hiroshima to Sakai?

The fastest way to get from Hiroshima to Sakai is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs ¥8000 - ¥12000.

Is there a direct train between Hiroshima and Sakai?

No, there is no direct train from Hiroshima to Sakai. However, there are services departing from Hiroshima and arriving at Sakai via Shin-Ōsaka Station and Shin-Imamiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Hiroshima to Sakai?

The distance between Hiroshima and Sakai is 321 km. The road distance is 338 km.

How do I travel from Hiroshima to Sakai without a car?

The best way to get from Hiroshima to Sakai without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs ¥8000 - ¥12000.

How long does it take to get from Hiroshima to Sakai?

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Hiroshima to Sakai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hiroshima to Sakai train from?

Hiroshima to Sakai train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Hiroshima station.

Train or bus from Hiroshima to Sakai?

The best way to get from Hiroshima to Sakai is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs ¥8000 - ¥12000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥6900 - ¥7000 and takes 6h 34m.

Where does the Hiroshima to Sakai train arrive?

Hiroshima to Sakai train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Can I drive from Hiroshima to Sakai?

Yes, the driving distance between Hiroshima to Sakai is 338 km. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Hiroshima to Sakai.

Where can I stay near Sakai?

There are 7409+ hotels available in Sakai.

Hiroshima to Sakai - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Hiroshima to Sakai by train, bus, night 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 Hiroshima to Shin-Ōsaka StationNozomi / ...
1h 59m
¥8,346–11,565
Night bus
cheapest
1. Take the night bus from Hiroshima to NambaJx522
7h 35m
¥3,790–7,340
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hiroshima Bus Center to Okayama InterchangeSun Sun Liner
2. Take the bus from Okayama IC to Osaka Station JR Express BTOkayama to Osaka
6h 34m
¥6,900–6,990
Drive 338 km
1. Drive from Hiroshima to Sakai338 km
4h 29m
¥5,748–8,302
Train via Hiroshima
1. Take the train from Hiroshima to Shin-Ōsaka StationSakura / ...
2h 9m
¥8,351–11,572

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 320.8 km
Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Hiroshima, Japan and Sakai, Ōsaka, Japan?

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Hiroshima to Shin-Ōsaka Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥7,500–11,000 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hiroshima Bus Center to Sakai via Okayama IC, Osaka Station JR Express BT, Umeda, Dobutsuen-Mae, and Shin-Imamiya in around 6h 34m.

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