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

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Ibara is to bus via Okayama which costs ¥3400 and takes 5h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Osaka to Ibara is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs ¥6000 - ¥9000.

Is there a direct bus between Osaka and Ibara?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ōsaka and arriving at Ihara-eki. Services depart twice daily. The journey takes approximately 4h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Osaka and Ibara?

No, there is no direct train from Osaka station to Ibara. However, there are services departing from Shin-Ōsaka Station and arriving at Ibara via Fukuyama and Kannabe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Osaka to Ibara?

The distance between Osaka and Ibara is 233 km. The road distance is 226.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Osaka to Ibara without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs ¥6000 - ¥9000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Osaka to Ibara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Ibara bus from?

Osaka to Ibara bus services, operated by Chugoku Bus, depart from Ōsaka station.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Ibara train from?

Osaka to Ibara train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Train or bus from Osaka to Ibara?

The best way to get from Osaka to Ibara is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs ¥6000 - ¥9000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4000 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Osaka to Ibara bus arrive?

Osaka to Ibara bus services, operated by Chugoku Bus, arrive at Ihara-eki station.

Where does the Osaka to Ibara train arrive?

Osaka to Ibara train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Fukuyama station.

Can I drive from Osaka to Ibara?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka to Ibara is 227 km. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Osaka to Ibara.

Where can I stay near Ibara?

There are 93+ hotels available in Ibara.

Osaka to Ibara - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Osaka to Ibara 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 Fukuyamatrain Nozomi / ...
2h 19m
¥6,000–9,000
Bus via Okayama
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Osaka Station JR Express BT to Okayama Station West Exitbus Osaka to Okayama
5h 4m
¥3,400
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ōsaka to Ihara-ekibus
4h 26m
¥4,000
Drive 226.8 km
1. Drive from Osaka to Ibaracar 226.8 km
3h
¥3,907–5,644
Train via Okayama
1. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Okayamatrain
2. Take the train from Okayama to Kiyonetrain
3. Take the train from Kiyone to Ibaratrain
2h 38m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 233.3 km
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Osaka, Japan and Ibara, Okayama-ken, Japan?

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Fukuyama every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥6,000–9,000 and the journey takes 59 min. Alternatively, Chugoku Bus operates a bus from Ōsaka to Ihara-eki twice daily. Tickets cost ¥4,000 and the journey takes 4h 26m.

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