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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Osaka is to bus which costs ¥4100 - ¥12000 and takes 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Osaka is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs ¥12000 - ¥17000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Osaka?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Osaka WBT Umeda. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Osaka?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tōkyō Station station and arriving at Shin-Ōsaka Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Osaka?

The distance between Tokyo and Osaka is 515 km. The road distance is 492.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Osaka without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs ¥12000 - ¥17000.

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

The train from Tōkyō Station to Shin-Ōsaka Station takes 2h 29m including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Osaka bus from?

Tokyo to Osaka bus services, operated by Willer Express, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Osaka train from?

Tokyo to Osaka train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Tōkyō Station.

Train, bus or fly from Tokyo to Osaka?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Osaka is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs ¥12000 - ¥17000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4100 - ¥12000 and takes 9h, you could also fly, which costs ¥13000 - ¥35000 and takes 3h 24m.

Where does the Tokyo to Osaka bus arrive?

Tokyo to Osaka bus services, operated by Willer Express, arrive at Osaka WBT Umeda station.

Where does the Tokyo to Osaka train arrive?

Tokyo to Osaka train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Osaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Osaka is 493 km. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from Tokyo to Osaka.

How do I get a bus ticket from Tokyo to Osaka?

Book your Tokyo to Osaka bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Osaka?

There are 7758+ hotels available in Osaka.

Tokyo to Osaka - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Tokyo to Osaka 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 Tōkyō Station to Shin-Ōsaka Stationtrain Nozomi / ...
2h 29m
¥12,000–17,000
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Osaka WBT Umedabus Wx102 / ...
9h
¥4,100–12,000
Train, night bus
1. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Odawaratrain OH: Odawara Line Rapid Express / ...
2. Take the night bus from Odawara Station to Ōsakanightbus
10h 43m
¥7,905–13,309
Drive 492.6 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Osakacar 492.6 km
5h 32m
¥8,470–12,234
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Osaka International Airport
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane HND - ITM
3h 24m
¥13,040–34,364
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Kobe, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB)plane HND - UKB
2. Take the train from Sannomiya to Shin-Ōsaka Stationtrain
3h 47m
¥13,400–22,764
Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Narita Airport Terminal 2·3 Stationtrain
2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane NRT - ITM
3h 53m
¥19,155–47,041
Train to Ibaraki Airport, fly to Kobe
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Ishiokatrain
2. Fly from Ibaraki Airport (IBR) to Kobe (UKB)plane IBR - UKB
4h 33m
¥17,630–57,345
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)plane HND - NGO
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Shin-Ōsaka Stationtrain
4h 25m
¥21,240–35,114
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Tokushima Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Tokushima Airport (TKS)plane HND - TKS
2. Take the bus from Kousoku Naruto to Shin-Kobe Stationbus
5h 32m
¥24,390–57,114

Tokyo to Osaka by bus

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9hAverage Duration

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Distance: 514.9 km
Duration: 2h 29m

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Shin-Ōsaka Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥12,000–17,000 and the journey takes 2h 29m. Alternatively, Willer Express operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Osaka WBT Umeda every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥6,000–12,000 and the journey takes 9h. Four other operators also service this route.

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