Tokyo to Osaka Bus

Q: What is the distance between Tokyo and Osaka?

The distance between these two places is a total of 507 km.

Q: What is the average travel time between Tokyo and Osaka?

The average travel time between the stations is 08:42 hours.

Q: What is the ticket price for the journey from Tokyo to Osaka?

The price for the cheapest tickets begin at €24.

Q: How many daily departures are there from Tokyo to Osaka?

The average number of daily departures is 50. However, we would advise you to look up specific dates you're interested in so that you make sure to check the number of departures on the travel date you are interested in the most.

Q: Are all the buses direct on the route from Tokyo to Osaka?

The majority of the buses are direct buses, and if there is a bus change, you will see a notice on the website and there will be an icon indicating that there is a bus change involved.

Q: What are the amenities available on the buses departing from Tokyo to Osaka?

All the buses have air conditioning, reclining seats, luggage storage and they make breaks along the way to ensure all the passengers get enough resting time and can make a toilet break.

Q: How do I get from Tokyo to Osaka by bus?

To travel from Tokyo to Osaka by bus, select your preferred departure time and book your ticket on our platform. Detailed routes and schedules are available for you.

Q: How can I find out which buses run between Tokyo to Osaka?

Use our online ticket tool to find schedules, routes, and ticket prices for buses traveling between your chosen stations.

Q: When do the earliest and latest bus leave Tokyo?

The earliest is at 07:05 and the latest is at 23:59.

Q: Do I have to print my ticket for Tokyo to Osaka?

No, you don't have to print your ticket. You can show your QR code to the bus dirver, but keep track of your phone battery.

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Tokyo to Osaka Route Summary

Tokyo to Osaka bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 174 daily bus departures available, including 174 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Tokyo bus station at 07:05h, arriving at Osaka bus station at 15:20h the same day. While latest bus departs at 23:59h, arriving at 07:30h the following day.

Departure station and country Tokyo, Japan

Arrival station and country Osaka, Japan

Travel Distance 507 km

Average Trip Duration 08h 42min

Total Departures 174

Popular Operators Sakura Kotsu, Grace Liner

Lowest Price €24

Transportation Options Bus, Train, Plane

Popular Departures

Below you will find some of the most popular bus departures from Tokyo to Osaka:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

08:40 Shinjuku Station 4F

9h 50min

18:30 Osaka Umeda

Kirakira Bus

from 33.03 HRK

Best offer on 16. Apr

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21:43 Tamagawa Aqueduct

8h 33min

06:16 Namba Osaka

Kintetsu Bus ZKN2

from 30.16 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 16. Apr

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22:30 Tokyo

9h 20min

DIRECT

07:50 Osaka

Heisei Enterprise HE0

from 47.07 HRK

Best offer on 21. Apr

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23:00 Tamagawa Aqueduct

9h 10min

08:10 Namba Osaka

Karuizawa Bus KZ

from 24.15 HRK

Best offer on 21. Apr

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22:50 Tokyo

9h 50min

08:40 Osaka

Kirakira Bus

from 27.04 HRK

Best offer on 14. Apr

pick a date

Getting from Tokyo and Osaka by bus

The shortest travel distance between Tokyo and Osaka is 507 km. The fastest bus which departs at 23:35 has a travel time of 06:55h. The longest travel time on the route is 10:30h. Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: air condition, wifi and toilet. You can book tickets in advance to secure your seat, especially during peak travel times.

Overnight buses

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Osaka earlier, there are over 50 night buses from Tokyo to Osaka. The overnight buses depart between 21:10 and 23:55 and arrive between 05:55 and 08:55 the following day. Below are the most popular night departures to Osaka:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

21:43 Tamagawa Aqueduct

8h 33min

06:16 Namba Osaka

Kintetsu Bus ZKN2

from 30.16 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 16. Apr

pick a date

22:30 Tokyo

9h 20min

DIRECT

07:50 Osaka

Heisei Enterprise HE0

from 47.07 HRK

Best offer on 21. Apr

pick a date

23:00 Tamagawa Aqueduct

9h 10min

08:10 Namba Osaka

Karuizawa Bus KZ

from 24.15 HRK

Best offer on 21. Apr

pick a date

22:50 Tokyo

9h 50min

08:40 Osaka

Kirakira Bus

from 27.04 HRK

Best offer on 14. Apr

pick a date

22:05 Shinjuku Expressway

8h 55min

07:00 Osaka Umeda

Sakura Syoei

from 24 HRK

Best offer on 21. Apr

pick a date

Bus companies operating the Tokyo to Osaka route

There is a total of 8 bus companies operating the route. These bus companies have not been rated yet by travelers. Here you can see the list of the most popular bus companies operating this route.

Sakura Kotsu

10 Grace Liner

7.5 Sakura Kanko Bus

6.9 Sunshine Express SN6

4.4 Sakura Syoei

Sakura Syoei

8.8 Kirakira Bus

Osaka Bus ZOS4

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Tokyo or Osaka bus stations, including general information, and other popular routes, you can check the links below.

Tokyo

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Osaka

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Cheapest tickets

Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: €24 (One-Way) or €48 (Return).

Travel reviews for Tokyo to Osaka bus

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