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Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
8 h 5 m
Average duration
8 h 36 m
Buses per day
23
Distance
402 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Osaka to Tokyo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Osaka to Tokyo will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £36.
Of the 23 buses that leave Osaka for Tokyo every day 23 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 402 km distance in an average of 8 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9659421:5010h10Osaka, Universal Studios Japan Traffic Plaza8:00Tokyo, Yaesu bus terminal£361One-way0 changes- 9659422:309h30Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal8:00Tokyo, Yaesu bus terminal£361One-way0 changes
- 9659222:1510h00Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal8:15Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku£361One-way0 changes
- 9659421:3510h25Osaka, Sakurajima Station8:00Tokyo, Yaesu bus terminal£361One-way0 changes
- 9658421:159h40Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal6:55Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku£361One-way0 changes
- 9658023:008h05Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal7:05Tokyo, Yaesu bus terminal£391One-way0 changes
- 9658521:308h30Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal6:00Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku£521One-way0 changes
- 9706121:008h40Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal5:40Tokyo, Yaesu bus terminal£391One-way0 changes
- 9658023:008h45Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal7:45Tokyo, Disneyland Bus Terminal West£431One-way0 changes
- 9658521:309h00Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal6:30Tokyo, Ikebukuro Sunshine Bus Terminal (Sunshine City Cultural Center 1F)£521One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Osaka to Tokyo
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Osaka to Tokyo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £74.
Distance: 402 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
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£41 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price | £78 Average Price |
10h 31m Average total duration 10h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Osaka to Tokyo bus times
The table below shows live departures for Osaka to Tokyo coaches for today, Wednesday 6 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 96589 | 21:25 Osaka, Sakurajima Station | 10h50 | 8:15 Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku | 0 changesdirect | |
| 96589 | 21:40 Osaka, Universal Studios Japan Traffic Plaza | 10h35 | 8:15 Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku | 0 changesdirect | |
| 96589 | 22:20 Osaka, Minatomachi (OCAT) Bus Terminal | 9h55 | 8:15 Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Osaka to Tokyo
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Buses from Osaka to Tokyo run on average 21 times per day, taking around 10h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £31 by flight.
There are 21 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 402 km distance in 8h 5m.
Distance 402 km |
Average bus duration 10h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 21 |
Fastest bus 8h 5m |
First bus 0:35 |
Last bus 23:40 |
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Bus providers: Willer Express, JR Bus Kanto from Osaka to TokyoYou can travel by bus between Osaka to Tokyo with Willer Express, JR Bus Kanto for as low as £31. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Osaka to Tokyo coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Osaka to Tokyo by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tokyo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Cancellations may incur fees
- specific terms depend on the fare type and timing of cancellation.
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- Up to two pieces of luggage may be checked per passenger.
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