What is the cheapest way to get from Sakai to Kochi (State)?

The cheapest way to get from Sakai to Kochi (State) is to drive which costs ¥4800 - ¥7000 and takes 4h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sakai to Kochi (State)?

The fastest way to get from Sakai to Kochi (State) is to train and fly which takes 3h 40m and costs ¥9000 - ¥34000.

Is there a direct train between Sakai and Kochi (State)?

No, there is no direct train from Sakai to Kochi (State). However, there are services departing from Sakai and arriving at Gomen via Dobutsuen-Mae, Shin-Ōsaka Station and Okayama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Sakai to Kochi (State)?

The distance between Sakai and Kochi (State) is 345 km. The road distance is 285.4 km.

How do I travel from Sakai to Kochi (State) without a car?

The best way to get from Sakai to Kochi (State) without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs ¥10000 - ¥15000.

How long does it take to get from Sakai to Kochi (State)?

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Sakai to Kochi (State), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sakai to Kochi (State) train from?

Sakai to Kochi (State) train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Train or bus from Sakai to Kochi (State)?

The best way to get from Sakai to Kochi (State) is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs ¥10000 - ¥15000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥8390 - ¥8440 and takes 7h 58m.

Where does the Sakai to Kochi (State) train arrive?

Sakai to Kochi (State) train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Okayama station.

Can I drive from Sakai to Kochi (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between Sakai to Kochi (State) is 285 km. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Sakai to Kochi (State).

Where can I stay near Kochi (State)?

There are 140+ hotels available in Kochi (State).

Sakai to Kochi (State) - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Sakai to Kochi (State) by train, bus, night bus, car, or plane

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 OkayamaNozomi / ...
2. Take the train from Okayama to Gomen[187012] Ltd. Exp Nanpu 5 / ...
4h 30m
¥10,020–14,607
Drive 285.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sakai to Nankoku285.4 km
4h 10m
¥4,854–7,011
Bus
1. Take the bus from JR Namba to Harimayabashi
7h 58m
¥8,397–8,436
Train, night bus
1. Take the train from Kitashinchi to Maiko[26849] JR Gakkentoshi Line Local / ...
2. Take the night bus from Kousoku Maiko to HarimayabashiHarbor Liner
7h 4m
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Sakai to Namba
2. Fly from Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Kochi Airport (KCZ)ITM - KCZ
3. Take the train from Kochi(Kochi) to Gomen
3h 40m
¥9,367–33,926

Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Kochi Airport (KCZ) flights

42Weekly Planes

45 minAverage Duration

¥7,605Cheapest Price

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Distance: 345.4 km
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Sakai, Ōsaka, Japan and Kochi (State), Japan?

You can take a train from Sakai to Gomen via Shin-Imamiya, Dobutsuen-Mae, Shin-Ōsaka Station, Shin-Ōsaka Station, and Okayama in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, JR Shikoku Bus operates a bus from JR Namba to Harimayabashi every 2 hours. Tickets cost ¥8,100 and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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