What is the cheapest way to get from Namba to Okayama?

The cheapest way to get from Namba to Okayama is to subway and train which costs ¥2500 - ¥3600 and takes 1h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Namba to Okayama?

The fastest way to get from Namba to Okayama is to subway and train which takes 1h 18m and costs ¥2500 - ¥3600.

Is there a direct bus between Namba and Okayama?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Minatomachi BT OCAT and arriving at Okayama Station West Exit station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Namba and Okayama?

No, there is no direct train from Namba to Okayama. However, there are services departing from Namba and arriving at Okayama via Shin Osaka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Namba to Okayama?

The distance between Namba and Okayama is 166 km. The road distance is 173.6 km.

How do I travel from Namba to Okayama without a car?

The best way to get from Namba to Okayama without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 18m and costs ¥2500 - ¥3600.

How long does it take to get from Namba to Okayama?

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Namba to Okayama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Namba to Okayama bus from?

Namba to Okayama bus services, operated by JR Bus Chugoku, depart from Minatomachi BT OCAT station.

Where do I catch the Namba to Okayama train from?

Namba to Okayama train services, operated by Osaka Metro, depart from Namba station.

Train or bus from Namba to Okayama?

The best way to get from Namba to Okayama is to bus which takes 3h 20m and costs ¥3400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Namba to Okayama bus arrive?

Namba to Okayama bus services, operated by JR Bus Chugoku, arrive at Okayama Station West Exit.

Where does the Namba to Okayama train arrive?

Namba to Okayama train services, operated by Osaka Metro, arrive at Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Can I drive from Namba to Okayama?

Yes, the driving distance between Namba to Okayama is 174 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Namba to Okayama.

Where can I stay near Okayama?

There are 417+ hotels available in Okayama.

Namba to Okayama - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Namba to Okayama by subway, 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.

Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Namba to Shin-Ōsaka Stationsubway Midosuji
2. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Okayamatrain Sakura / ...
1h 18m
¥2,530–3,569
Bus
1. Take the bus from Minatomachi BT OCAT to Okayama Station West Exitbus Osaka to Okayama
3h 20m
¥3,400
Drive 173.6 km
1. Drive from Namba to Okayamacar 173.6 km
2h 32m
¥3,046–4,400
Train
1. Take the train from Kitashinchi to Nishi-Akashitrain [26849] JR Gakkentoshi Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Nishi Akashi to Okayamatrain Hikari / ...
3h 20m
Bus via Umeda
1. Take the bus from Osaka Station JR Express BT to Okayama Station West Exitbus Osaka to Okayama
4h 5m
¥3,608–3,644

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Namba to Okayama.

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Distance: 166.4 km
Duration: 1h 18m

What companies run services between Namba, Japan and Okayama, Japan?

JR Bus Chugoku operates a bus from Minatomachi BT OCAT to Okayama Station West Exit twice daily. Tickets cost ¥3,400 and the journey takes 3h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Namba(Subway) to Okayama via Nishiumeda, Kitashinchi, Nishi-Akashi, and Nishi Akashi in around 3h 20m.

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