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Osaka Museum of History
Major history museum explaining Osaka’s development from ancient times to today, with city views beside Osaka Castle.

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Average price
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Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 5 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hiroshima to Osaka is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hiroshima to Osaka will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
Of the 3 buses that leave Hiroshima for Osaka on Thu, Aug 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct buses cover the 281 km distance in an average of 6 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest buses will take 6 h 40 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.






Buses from Hiroshima to Osaka run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 174 miles (281 km) distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 174 miles (281 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €46 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price €49 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price €49 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €46 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €46 |
The table below shows live departures for Hiroshima to Osaka buses for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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100444 | 3:40 PM Hiroshima, Bus Center | 6h10 | 9:50 PM Osaka, Station Front | 0 transfersDirect | |
100444 | 4:10 PM Bus Station Hiroshima Eki Kitaguchi | 5h40 | 9:50 PM Osaka, Station Front | 0 transfersDirect | |
100445 | 11:20 PM Hiroshima, Bus Center | 8h25 | 7:45 AM Osaka, Universal Studios Japan Traffic Plaza | 0 transfersDirect | |
100445 | 11:20 PM Hiroshima, Bus Center | 7h45 | 7:05 AM Osaka, Station Front | 0 transfersDirect | |
100445 | 11:50 PM Bus Station Hiroshima Eki Kitaguchi | 7h55 | 7:45 AM Osaka, Universal Studios Japan Traffic Plaza | 0 transfersDirect | |
100445 | 11:50 PM Bus Station Hiroshima Eki Kitaguchi | 7h15 | 7:05 AM Osaka, Station Front | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Major history museum explaining Osaka’s development from ancient times to today, with city views beside Osaka Castle.
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No tipping is expected in Japan. Do not tip in restaurants, taxis, or cafes; excellent service is included by default.
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Most Hiroshima to Osaka buses use the to Osaka, Universal Studios Japan Traffic Plaza station pair. Use this guide to compare Hiroshima and Osaka bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Osaka, Universal Studios Japan Traffic Plaza is 6 km from Osaka city centre. Public transport options include:
Osaka, Universal Studios Japan Traffic Plaza has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Osaka, Universal Studios Japan Traffic Plaza. ATMs are available at Osaka, Universal Studios Japan Traffic Plaza.
Ticket office support is available at Osaka, Universal Studios Japan Traffic Plaza.
Available at Osaka, Universal Studios Japan Traffic Plaza: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Osaka, Universal Studios Japan Traffic Plaza: Accessible for individuals with mobility impairments.
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