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

The cheapest way to get from Tsuruga to Okayama is to drive which costs ¥4600 - ¥7000 and takes 4h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tsuruga to Okayama is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs ¥8500 - ¥13000.

Is there a direct train between Tsuruga and Okayama?

No, there is no direct train from Tsuruga to Okayama. However, there are services departing from Tsuruga and arriving at Okayama via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Tsuruga to Okayama?

The distance between Tsuruga and Okayama is 291 km. The road distance is 272.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Tsuruga to Okayama without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs ¥8500 - ¥13000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Tsuruga to Okayama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tsuruga to Okayama train from?

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

Where does the Tsuruga to Okayama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tsuruga to Okayama?

Yes, the driving distance between Tsuruga to Okayama is 272 km. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Tsuruga to Okayama.

Where can I stay near Okayama?

There are 337+ hotels available in Okayama.

Tsuruga to Okayama - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Tsuruga to Okayama 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 Tsuruga to KyōtoThunderbird
2. Take the train from Kyōto to OkayamaNozomi / ...
2h 1m
¥8,536–12,659
Drive 272.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tsuruga to Okayama272.4 km
4h 17m
¥4,626–6,681
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tsuruga IC to Shin-Ōsaka Station
2. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to OkayamaNozomi / ...
3h 19m
¥7,762–11,642
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Tsuruga to ŌsakaThunderbird
2. Take the bus from Osaka Station JR Express BT to Okayama Station West ExitOsaka to Okayama
5h 18m
¥7,421–8,909

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 290.9 km
Duration: 2h 1m

What companies run services between Tsuruga, Japan and Okayama, Japan?

You can take a train from Tsuruga to Okayama via Kyōto in around 2h 1m.

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