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

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Echizen is to drive which costs ¥2900 - ¥4300 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Osaka to Echizen is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs ¥2900 - ¥4300.

Is there a direct bus between Osaka and Echizen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Osaka Umeda and arriving at Takefu IC. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Osaka and Echizen?

No, there is no direct train from Osaka station to Echizen. However, there are services departing from Shin-Ōsaka Station and arriving at Takefu via Tsuruga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Osaka to Echizen?

The distance between Osaka and Echizen is 169 km. The road distance is 172.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Osaka to Echizen without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Osaka to Echizen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Echizen bus from?

Osaka to Echizen bus services, operated by Keifuku Bus, depart from Osaka Umeda station.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Echizen train from?

Osaka to Echizen train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Train or bus from Osaka to Echizen?

The best way to get from Osaka to Echizen is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3700 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Osaka to Echizen bus arrive?

Osaka to Echizen bus services, operated by Keifuku Bus, arrive at Takefu IC station.

Where does the Osaka to Echizen train arrive?

Osaka to Echizen train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Tsuruga station.

Can I drive from Osaka to Echizen?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka to Echizen is 173 km. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Osaka to Echizen.

Where can I stay near Echizen?

There are 84+ hotels available in Echizen.

Osaka to Echizen - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Osaka to Echizen 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 Shin-Ōsaka Station to Tsurugatrain Thunderbird
2. Take the train from Tsuruga to Takefutrain [28960] Hapi-Line Fukui
2h 21m
Drive 172.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Osaka to Echizencar 172.7 km
2h 52m
¥2,973–4,294
Bus
1. Take the bus from Osaka Umeda to Takefu ICbus
3h 5m
¥3,700–6,000

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Osaka to Echizen.

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Distance: 168.6 km
Duration: 2h 21m

What companies run services between Osaka, Japan and Echizen, Japan?

You can take a train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Takefu via Tsuruga in around 2h 21m. Alternatively, Keifuku Bus operates a bus from Osaka Umeda to Takefu IC twice daily. Tickets cost ¥3,700–6,000 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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