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

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Utazu is to drive which costs ¥3500 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Osaka to Utazu is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs ¥6500 - ¥11000.

Is there a direct bus between Osaka and Utazu?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ōsaka and arriving at Sakaide Interchange Bus Terminal. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Osaka and Utazu?

No, there is no direct train from Osaka station to Utazu. However, there are services departing from Shin-Ōsaka Station and arriving at Utazu via Okayama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Osaka to Utazu?

The distance between Osaka and Utazu is 203 km. The road distance is 213.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Osaka to Utazu without a car is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs ¥6500 - ¥11000.

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

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Osaka to Utazu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Utazu bus from?

Osaka to Utazu bus services, operated by JR Shikoku Bus, depart from Ōsaka station.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Utazu train from?

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

Train or bus from Osaka to Utazu?

The best way to get from Osaka to Utazu is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs ¥6500 - ¥11000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4550 and takes 4h 12m.

Where does the Osaka to Utazu bus arrive?

Osaka to Utazu bus services, operated by JR Shikoku Bus, arrive at Sakaide Interchange Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Osaka to Utazu train arrive?

Osaka to Utazu train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Okayama station.

Can I drive from Osaka to Utazu?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka to Utazu is 213 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Osaka to Utazu.

Where can I stay near Utazu?

There are 530+ hotels available in Utazu.

Osaka to Utazu - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Osaka to Utazu 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 Okayamatrain Nozomi / ...
2. Take the train from Okayama to Utazutrain [187012] Ltd. Exp Nanpu 5 / ...
1h 41m
¥6,790–10,105
Drive 213.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Osaka to Utazucar 213.3 km
3h 9m
¥3,563–5,146
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ōsaka to Sakaide Interchange Bus Terminalbus Kan-onji Express
4h 12m
¥4,550
Bus via Kokubunji Dia Palace
1. Take the bus from Ōsaka to Kokubunji Dia Palacebus
5h 1m
¥4,500

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 203.5 km
Duration: 1h 41m

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

You can take a train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Utazu via Okayama in around 1h 41m. Alternatively, JR Shikoku Bus operates a bus from Ōsaka to Sakaide Interchange Bus Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost ¥4,550 and the journey takes 4h 12m.

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