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

The cheapest way to get from Okayama to Namba is to bus which costs ¥3400 and takes 3h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Okayama to Namba is to train and subway which takes 1h 2m and costs ¥5000 - ¥7500.

Is there a direct bus between Okayama and Namba?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Okayama Station West Exit station and arriving at Minatomachi BT OCAT. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Okayama and Namba?

No, there is no direct train from Okayama to Namba. However, there are services departing from Okayama and arriving at Namba via Shin-Ōsaka Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Okayama to Namba?

The distance between Okayama and Namba is 166 km. The road distance is 174.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Okayama to Namba without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 2m and costs ¥5000 - ¥7500.

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

It takes approximately 1h 2m to get from Okayama to Namba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Okayama to Namba bus from?

Okayama to Namba bus services, operated by JR Bus Chugoku, depart from Okayama Station West Exit.

Where do I catch the Okayama to Namba train from?

Okayama to Namba train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Okayama station.

Where does the Okayama to Namba bus arrive?

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

Where does the Okayama to Namba train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Okayama to Namba?

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

Where can I stay near Namba?

There are 7719+ hotels available in Namba.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Okayama to Namba by train, subway, bus, night train, 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, subway
best
1. Take the train from Okayama to Shin-Ōsaka StationNozomi / ...
2. Take the subway from Shin-Ōsaka Station to NambaMidosuji
1h 2m
¥5,120–7,375
Drive 174.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Okayama to Namba174.3 km
2h 32m
¥2,963–4,279
Bus via Osaka Station JR Express BT
1. Take the bus from Okayama Station West Exit to Osaka Station JR Express BTOkayama to Osaka
3h 25m
¥3,600–3,640
Night train
1. Take the night train from Okayama to ŌsakaSunrise Seto / ...
2h 13m
¥4,761–6,499
Bus
1. Take the bus from Okayama Station West Exit to Minatomachi BT OCATOkayama to Osaka
3h 28m
¥3,400

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Okayama to Namba.

Launch map view

Distance: 165.6 km
Duration: 1h 2m

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

JR Bus Chugoku operates a bus from Okayama Station West Exit to Osaka Station JR Express BT hourly. Tickets cost ¥3,400 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, Japan Railways Limited Express operates a vehicle from Okayama to Ōsaka twice daily. Tickets cost ¥4,500–6,500 and the journey takes 2h 2m.

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