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

The cheapest way to get from Okayama to Tsuruga is to drive which costs ¥4500 - ¥7000 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Okayama to Tsuruga is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs ¥8500 - ¥13000.

Is there a direct bus between Okayama and Tsuruga?

No, there is no direct bus from Okayama station to Tsuruga. However, there are services departing from Okayama Station West Exit and arriving at Tsuruga IC via Osaka Umeda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Okayama and Tsuruga?

No, there is no direct train from Okayama to Tsuruga. However, there are services departing from Okayama and arriving at Tsuruga via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Okayama to Tsuruga?

The distance between Okayama and Tsuruga is 291 km. The road distance is 269.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Okayama to Tsuruga without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs ¥8500 - ¥13000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Okayama to Tsuruga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Okayama to Tsuruga bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Okayama to Tsuruga train from?

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

Train or bus from Okayama to Tsuruga?

The best way to get from Okayama to Tsuruga is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs ¥8500 - ¥13000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥6500 - ¥8500 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Okayama to Tsuruga bus arrive?

Okayama to Tsuruga bus services, operated by JR Bus Chugoku, arrive at Osaka Station JR Express BT.

Where does the Okayama to Tsuruga train arrive?

Okayama to Tsuruga train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Okayama to Tsuruga?

Yes, the driving distance between Okayama to Tsuruga is 269 km. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Okayama to Tsuruga.

Where can I stay near Tsuruga?

There are 31+ hotels available in Tsuruga.

Okayama to Tsuruga - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Okayama to Tsuruga 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 Okayama to Kyōtotrain Nozomi
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Tsurugatrain Thunderbird
2h 20m
¥8,690–12,353
Drive 269.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Okayama to Tsurugacar 269.3 km
4h 21m
¥4,586–6,624
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Okayama to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchibus Kyoto
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Tsurugatrain Thunderbird
4h 49m
¥6,950–8,550
Bus
1. Take the bus from Okayama Station West Exit to Osaka Station JR Express BTbus Okayama to Osaka
2. Take the bus from Osaka Umeda to Tsuruga ICbus
6h 47m
¥6,900–8,400

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Okayama to Tsuruga.

Launch map view

Distance: 290.9 km
Duration: 2h 20m

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

You can take a train from Okayama to Tsuruga via Kyōto in around 2h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Okayama Station West Exit to Tsuruga IC via Osaka Station JR Express BT and Osaka Umeda in around 6h 47m.

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