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Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
9 h
Average duration
9 h 9 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
402 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Tokyo to Osaka is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tokyo to Osaka will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £34.
Of the 14 buses that leave Tokyo for Osaka every day 14 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 9 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 15 m 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.
966178:409h00Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku17:40Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal£341One-way0 changes- 9660522:3510h05Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku8:40Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal£391One-way0 changes
- 10200021:409h05Tokyo, Yaesu bus terminal6:45Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal£421One-way0 changes
- 9660822:409h10Tokyo, Yaesu bus terminal7:50Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal£421One-way0 changes
- 10200021:409h40Tokyo, Yaesu bus terminal7:20Osaka, Abenobashi£421One-way0 changes
- 966178:409h00Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku17:40Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal£341One-way0 changes
- 10200021:409h05Tokyo, Yaesu bus terminal6:45Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal£421One-way0 changes
- 9660822:409h10Tokyo, Yaesu bus terminal7:50Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal£421One-way0 changes
- 9661121:559h15Tokyo, Otemachi (Grand Cube)7:10Osaka, Minatomachi (OCAT) Bus Terminal£711One-way0 changes
- 10200122:309h15Tokyo, Yaesu bus terminal7:45Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal£571One-way0 changes
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Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Tokyo to Osaka
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tokyo to Osaka among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £78.
Distance: 402 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£48 Average Price Cheapest | £83 Average Price | £67 Average Price |
5h 16m Average total duration 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Tokyo to Osaka bus times
The table below shows live departures for Tokyo to Osaka coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 23 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96617 | 8:40 Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku | 9h00 | 17:40 Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 102000 | 20:50 Tokyo, DisneySea Bus Terminal South | 10h30 | 7:20 Osaka, Abenobashi | 0 changesdirect | |
| 102000 | 20:50 Tokyo, DisneySea Bus Terminal South | 9h55 | 6:45 Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 96611 | 21:10 Tokyo, Disneyland Bus Terminal West | 10h00 | 7:10 Osaka, Minatomachi (OCAT) Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 96608 | 21:20 Tokyo, Disneyland Bus Terminal West | 10h30 | 7:50 Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 102001 | 21:30 Tokyo, Disneyland Bus Terminal West | 10h15 | 7:45 Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 102000 | 21:40 Tokyo, Yaesu bus terminal | 9h05 | 6:45 Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 102000 | 21:40 Tokyo, Yaesu bus terminal | 9h40 | 7:20 Osaka, Abenobashi | 0 changesdirect | |
| 96608 | 21:40 Tokyo, DisneySea Bus Terminal South | 10h10 | 7:50 Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 96611 | 21:55 Tokyo, Otemachi (Grand Cube) | 9h15 | 7:10 Osaka, Minatomachi (OCAT) Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 102001 | 22:30 Tokyo, Yaesu bus terminal | 9h15 | 7:45 Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 96605 | 22:35 Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku | 10h05 | 8:40 Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 96608 | 22:40 Tokyo, Yaesu bus terminal | 9h10 | 7:50 Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 96613 | 23:05 Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku | 10h00 | 9:05 Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tokyo to Osaka
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Buses from Tokyo to Osaka run on average 23 times per day, taking around 4h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.
There are 23 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 402 km distance in 7h 50m.
Distance 402 km |
Average bus duration 4h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 23 |
Fastest bus 7h 50m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:40 |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Bus providers: Willer Express, JR Central, JR Bus Kanto from Tokyo to OsakaYou can travel by bus between Tokyo to Osaka with Willer Express, JR Central, JR Bus Kanto for as low as £35. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Tokyo to Osaka coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tokyo to Osaka 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 Osaka, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- JR Central
- Wheelchairs with a length and height within 120 centimeters and a width within 70 centimeters are allowed on board.
- Willer Express
- Cancellations may incur fees
- specific terms depend on the fare type and timing of cancellation.
- JR Central
- A full refund is made of fares and charges when a trip is canceled.
- Willer Express
- Up to two pieces of luggage may be checked per passenger.
- JR Central
- Two carry-on items that each have a total length, width, and height within 250 centimeters (length up to two meters) and are within 30 kilograms in weight are allowed on board.
- JR Central
- Oversized baggage compartments are available on a first-come, first-served basis without a prior seat reservation.
- JR Central
- Small dogs, cats, birds, or similar small animals are allowed if they are in a case within 120 cm and the combined weight of the case and animal is within 10 kilograms.
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