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

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Tsuruga is to drive which costs ¥2300 - ¥3400 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Osaka to Tsuruga is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs ¥3900 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct bus between Osaka and Tsuruga?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Osaka Umeda and arriving at Tsuruga IC. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Osaka and Tsuruga?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shin-Ōsaka Station station and arriving at Tsuruga. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Osaka to Tsuruga?

The distance between Osaka and Tsuruga is 133 km. The road distance is 137.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Osaka to Tsuruga without a car is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs ¥3900 - ¥5500.

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

The train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Tsuruga takes 1h 19m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Tsuruga bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Osaka to Tsuruga train from?

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

Train or bus from Osaka to Tsuruga?

The best way to get from Osaka to Tsuruga is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs ¥3900 - ¥5500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3500 - ¥5000 and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the Osaka to Tsuruga bus arrive?

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

Where does the Osaka to Tsuruga train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Osaka to Tsuruga?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka to Tsuruga is 138 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Osaka to Tsuruga.

Where can I stay near Tsuruga?

There are 29+ hotels available in Tsuruga.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Osaka 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 Shin-Ōsaka Station to Tsurugatrain Thunderbird
1h 19m
¥3,900–5,500
Drive 137.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Osaka to Tsurugacar 137.8 km
2h 27m
¥2,317–3,347
Bus
1. Take the bus from Osaka Umeda to Tsuruga ICbus
2h 37m
¥3,500–5,000

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Osaka to Tsuruga.

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Distance: 133.5 km
Duration: 1h 19m

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

Japan Railways Limited Express operates a train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Tsuruga hourly. Tickets cost ¥3,900–5,500 and the journey takes 1h 19m. Alternatively, Keifuku Bus operates a bus from Osaka Umeda to Tsuruga IC twice daily. Tickets cost ¥3,500–5,000 and the journey takes 2h 37m.

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