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 ¥2200 - ¥14000 and takes 7h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Osaka is to fly which takes 3h 19m and costs ¥13000 - ¥20000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Osaka?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Ōsaka Station JR Express Bus Terminal station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Osaka?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo to Osaka station. However, there are services departing from Tokyo and arriving at Shin-Ōsaka Station via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Osaka?

The distance between Tokyo and Osaka is 516 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 3h 8m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Tokyo to Osaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Osaka bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Osaka train from?

Tokyo to Osaka train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Tokyo station.

Train, bus or fly from Tokyo to Osaka?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Osaka is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2200 - ¥14000 and takes 7h 53m, you could also fly, which costs ¥13000 - ¥20000 and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Tokyo to Osaka bus arrive?

Tokyo to Osaka bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, arrive at Ōsaka Station JR Express Bus Terminal.

Where does the Tokyo to Osaka train arrive?

Tokyo to Osaka train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyoto 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 train ticket from Tokyo to Osaka?

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

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Where can I stay near Osaka?

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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 Tokyo to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
3h 8m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Ōsaka Station JR Express Bus Terminalbus
7h 53m
¥2,200–14,000
Bus, night bus
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Fuji-Q Highlandbus Fuji-Goko
2. Take the night bus from Fuji-Q Highland BT to Osaka Stationnightbus Fujiyama Liner
12h 32m
¥7,625–21,195
Drive 492.6 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Osakacar 492.6 km
5h 32m
¥8,546–12,344
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Osaka International Airport
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane HND - ITM
3h 19m
¥13,189–19,525
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 42m
Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport
1. Take the train from 東京 Tōkyō to 空港第2ビル Narita Airport Terminal 2·3train
2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane NRT - ITM
3h 51m
¥16,615–41,067
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 56m
¥20,532–44,467
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 to Shin Osakatrain
4h 51m
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 25m
¥22,339–46,575

Tokyo to Osaka by bus

85Weekly Buses

7h 53mAverage Duration

¥2,200Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 515.5 km
Duration: 3h 8m

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

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tokyo to Kyoto every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 2h 34m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Ōsaka Station JR Express Bus Terminal 4 times a day. Tickets cost ¥3,200–12,000 and the journey takes 7h 53m. Four other operators also service this route.

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