What is the cheapest way to get from Osaka to Ao?

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Ao is to drive which costs ¥1200 - ¥1900 and takes 1h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Osaka to Ao?

The fastest way to get from Osaka to Ao is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1900.

Is there a direct train between Osaka and Ao?

No, there is no direct train from Osaka station to Ao. However, there are services departing from Shin-Ōsaka Station and arriving at Ao via Kakogawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Osaka to Ao?

The distance between Osaka and Ao is 93 km. The road distance is 74.4 km.

How do I travel from Osaka to Ao without a car?

The best way to get from Osaka to Ao without a car is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Osaka to Ao?

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Osaka to Ao, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Ao train from?

Osaka to Ao train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Where does the Osaka to Ao train arrive?

Osaka to Ao train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kakogawa station.

Can I drive from Osaka to Ao?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka to Ao is 74 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Osaka to Ao.

Where can I stay near Ao?

There are 88+ hotels available in Ao.

Osaka to Ao - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Osaka to Ao by train, car, or taxi

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 Shin-Ōsaka Station to KakogawaA: Special Rapid Service
2. Take the train from Kakogawa to Ao[30784] JR Kakogawa / ...
1h 53m
Drive 74.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Osaka to Ao74.4 km
1h 3m
¥1,262–1,823
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Ao74.4 km
1h 3m
¥27,000–33,000
Train via Shin-Kōbe Station
1. Take the train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Nishi-AkashiKodama / ...
2. Take the train from Kakogawa to Ao[30784] JR Kakogawa / ...
1h 57m
Train via Kobe
1. Take the train from Osaka-Umeda to ShinkaichiHanshin Main Line Limited Express Chokutsu Tokkyu / ...
2. Take the train from Suzurandai to Ao[172799] Shintetsu Ao
2h 21m
¥1,417–1,947

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 92.7 km
Duration: 1h 53m

What companies run services between Osaka, Japan and Ao, Hyōgo, Japan?

You can take a train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Ao via Kakogawa in around 1h 53m.

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