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

The cheapest way to get from Sakai to Tsuruga is to drive which costs ¥2500 - ¥3700 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sakai to Tsuruga is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs ¥4200 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct train between Sakai and Tsuruga?

No, there is no direct train from Sakai to Tsuruga. However, there are services departing from Sakai and arriving at Tsuruga via Shin-Imamiya and Ōsaka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Sakai to Tsuruga?

The distance between Sakai and Tsuruga is 156 km. The road distance is 150.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Sakai to Tsuruga without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs ¥4200 - ¥6000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Sakai to Tsuruga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sakai to Tsuruga train from?

Sakai to Tsuruga train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Ōsaka station.

Train or bus from Sakai to Tsuruga?

The best way to get from Sakai to Tsuruga is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs ¥4200 - ¥6000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4000 - ¥6000 and takes 4h 3m.

Where does the Sakai to Tsuruga train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sakai to Tsuruga?

Yes, the driving distance between Sakai to Tsuruga is 150 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Sakai to Tsuruga.

Where can I stay near Tsuruga?

There are 32+ hotels available in Tsuruga.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Sakai to Tsuruga by train, bus, or car

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 155.6 km
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Sakai, Ōsaka, Japan and Tsuruga, Japan?

Japan Railways Limited Express operates a train from Ōsaka to Tsuruga hourly. Tickets cost ¥4,000–5,500 and the journey takes 1h 21m. 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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