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

The cheapest way to get from Tsuruga to Osaka is to drive which costs ¥2300 - ¥3400 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tsuruga to Osaka is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs ¥3900 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct bus between Tsuruga and Osaka?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tsuruga IC and arriving at Osaka Umeda. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Tsuruga and Osaka?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tsuruga and arriving at Shin-Ōsaka Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Tsuruga to Osaka?

The distance between Tsuruga and Osaka is 133 km. The road distance is 137.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Tsuruga to Osaka without a car is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs ¥3900 - ¥5500.

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

The train from Tsuruga to Shin-Ōsaka Station takes 1h 23m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Tsuruga to Osaka bus from?

Tsuruga to Osaka bus services, operated by Keifuku Bus, depart from Tsuruga IC station.

Where do I catch the Tsuruga to Osaka train from?

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

Train or bus from Tsuruga to Osaka?

The best way to get from Tsuruga to Osaka is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs ¥3900 - ¥5500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3000 - ¥4300 and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the Tsuruga to Osaka bus arrive?

Tsuruga to Osaka bus services, operated by Keifuku Bus, arrive at Osaka Umeda station.

Where does the Tsuruga to Osaka train arrive?

Tsuruga to Osaka train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Can I drive from Tsuruga to Osaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Tsuruga to Osaka is 138 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Tsuruga to Osaka.

Where can I stay near Osaka?

There are 7686+ hotels available in Osaka.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Tsuruga to Osaka 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 Shin-Ōsaka StationThunderbird
1h 23m
¥3,900–5,500
Drive 137.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tsuruga to Osaka137.6 km
2h 25m
¥2,343–3,384
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tsuruga IC to Osaka Umeda
2h 37m
¥3,000–4,300

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Tsuruga to Osaka.

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Distance: 133.5 km
Duration: 1h 23m

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

Japan Railways Limited Express operates a train from Tsuruga to Shin-Ōsaka Station hourly. Tickets cost ¥3,900–5,500 and the journey takes 1h 23m. Alternatively, Keifuku Bus operates a bus from Tsuruga IC to Osaka Umeda twice daily. Tickets cost ¥3,000–4,300 and the journey takes 2h 37m.

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