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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Osaka to Tokyo
Cheapest price
£84
Average price
£84
Fastest journey
2 h 54 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
396 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £84.
Of the 1 trains that leave Osaka for Tokyo every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 396 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 54 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and train 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 19m. 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: 396 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£81 Average Price | £58 Average Price | £42 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 16m Average total duration 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 31m Average total duration 10h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Osaka to Tokyo train times
The table below shows live departures for Osaka to Tokyo trains for tomorrow, Thursday 5 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:48 Osaka | 2h54 | 09:42 Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Osaka to Tokyo
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Trains from Osaka to Tokyo run on average 230 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £74 but you can travel from only £31 by flight.
There are 230 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 396 km distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 396 km |
Average train duration 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £74 |
Trains per day 230 |
Direct trains 230 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 21:30 |
FAQs: Osaka to Tokyo train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Osaka to Tokyo by train. 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 train, 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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