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Train routes from Tokyo (Shinagawa Station) to Osaka (Shin-Osaka Station)

Departure Arrival Price
 
NOZOMI 99


2h 16m
06:00
Th, 24/09

TOKYO
Shinagawa
08:16
Th, 24/09

OSAKA
Shin-Osaka
¥ 13,870

Train routes from Tokyo (Tokyo Station) to Osaka (Shin-Osaka Station)

Departure Arrival Price
 
NOZOMI 1


2h 22m
06:00
Th, 24/09

TOKYO
Tokyo
08:22
Th, 24/09

OSAKA
Shin-Osaka
¥ 13,870

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How to get from Tokyo to Osaka

There are three ways to travel from Tokyo to Osaka: by plane, by train and by bus.

How far is Tokyo from Osaka?

The travel distance between Tokyo and Osaka is 500 km. There are three options to travel from Tokyo to Osaka: taking a flight, a train or a bus.

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

It takes 1-2 hours to get from Tokyo to Osaka by plane, 2-4 hours by train and 9 hours by bus.

How to get from Tokyo to Osaka by plane

What types of airlines operate the route Tokyo to Osaka?

There are four domestic airlines operating the route Tokyo to Osaka: two full-service carriers: Japan Airlines (JL) and All Nippon Airways (NH), and two low-cost carriers: Peach (MM) and Jetstar Japan (GK).

For more information about travelling by plane, please read our Flight Guide in Japan.

Where do flights from Tokyo to Osaka depart?

Flights from Tokyo to Osaka depart from Narita Airport (NRT) and Haneda Airport (HND).

Passengers are requested to arrive at the airport 2 hours before the scheduled departure time for check in. Check-in closes 50 minutes before departure time.

Where do flights from Tokyo to Osaka arrive?

Flights from Tokyo to Osaka arrive at Kansai Airport (KIX) and Itami Airport (ITM).

How to get from Tokyo to Osaka by train

What types of trains operate the route Tokyo to Osaka?

There is one railway company operating trains on the route Tokyo to Osaka.

JR operates the Tokaido Shinkansen high-speed train between Tokyo and Osaka.

There are three types of services on the Tokaido Shinkansen: Nozomi is the fast service stopping only at key stations, Hikari is the semi-fast service stopping at the major stations and Kodama is the local service stopping at all stations.

Shinkansen trains carry Green Cars with business class seats and Ordinary Cars with standard class seats distributed in Reserved and Non-reserved. In total, the Shinkansen trains offer three passengers classes: Reserved Seat (Green Car), Reserved Seat (Ordinary Car) and Non-reserved Seat.

Travellers with Reserved Seat tickets are required to take their numbered seat in the Green Cars or the Ordinary Cars. Travellers with Non-reserved Seat tickets are allowed to take any seat available only in the Ordinary Cars designated as Non-reserved.

For more information about travelling by train, please read our Train Guide in Japan.

Where do trains from Tokyo to Osaka depart?

Trains on the Tokaido Shinkansen line depart from Tokyo Station located in Chiyoda, Tokyo and Shinagawa Station located in Minato, Tokyo.

Passengers are requested to arrive at the station 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time to complete the boarding procedures or risk missing the train.

Where do trains from Tokyo to Osaka arrive?

Trains on the Tokaido Shinkansen line arrive at Shin-Osaka Station located in Yodogawa-ku, Osaka.

Why you should book your trains in Japan with Baolau?

You can compare transport options and see the available schedules and fares offered by JR and the private railway companies, then you can choose the option that works best for your trip.

Depending on the train selected you will be able to view the available seat map during the reservation process and select your seat, or at least indicate your preference and we will carefully select the best places for you and your travel company.

Baolau sells train tickets for international travellers in Japan, facilitating advance ticket reservations for Shinkansen and Limited Express trains and providing direct customer support. Seats are reserved on the railway operator's system after payment and the electronic ticket is issued within 24 hours, either as a QR-ticket valid for boarding or as a QR pickup code valid to collect the physical ticket at the station.

Once you select your desired travel option, you can pay using international credit or debit cards, Google Pay, Apple Pay, Alipay and other available local payment methods. Your booking request will be processed immediately and you will receive your booking confirmation with your electronic ticket attached by email, ready to keep it on your phone or print it before departure.

How to get from Tokyo to Osaka by bus

What types of buses operate the route Tokyo to Osaka?

There is one bus company running the route Tokyo to Osaka.

Kintetsu Bus operates single-deck coaches with seats for 30-40 passengers.

For more information about travelling by bus, please read our Bus Guide in Japan.

Where do buses from Tokyo to Osaka depart?

Most buses from Tokyo to Osaka depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal located in Shinjuku, Tokyo.

Passengers are requested to arrive at the point of departure at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

Where do buses from Tokyo to Osaka arrive?

Most buses from Tokyo to Osaka arrive at Osaka City Air Terminal located in Naniwa, Osaka.

Why you should book your buses in Japan with Baolau?

You can compare buses and see the available departure times and prices aggregated from different bus operators side by side, then you can choose the option that works best for your trip.

Depending on the operator you will be able to view the available seat map during the reservation process and select your seat, or at least indicate your preference and we will carefully select the best places for you and your travel company.

Baolau offers an extensive inventory of bus companies in Japan and integrates trusted and reputable bus operators, guaranteeing the ticket reservation, ensuring a safe journey by road and providing excellent customer support.

Once you select your desired travel option, you can pay using international credit or debit cards, Google Pay, Apple Pay, Alipay and other available local payment methods. Your booking request will be processed immediately and you will receive your booking confirmation with your electronic ticket attached by email. Most bus operators require that you print the e-ticket in advance and carry the printout to the station in order to board the bus.

Where to travel next from Osaka

From Osaka, you can go by train to Kyoto, Nara, Kobe and Himeji on Express and Rapid trains, or go to Tokyo and Nagoya on the Tokaido Shinkansen, or go to Hiroshima and Fukuoka on the Sanyo Shinkansen, or fly to Sapporo, Sendai, Niigata, Fukuoka and Naha in Okinawa.

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