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Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology
Interactive museum on Toyota's industrial roots, featuring textile machinery, classic cars, and hands-on engineering displays.

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Discover the Japan Rail PassCheapest price on Oct 08
$17
Average ticket price on Oct 08
$18
Fastest journey on Oct 08
3 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Oct 08
3 h 11 m
Buses on Oct 08
13
Distance
139 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Osaka to Nagoya is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Osaka to Nagoya will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
On Thu, Oct 08, we found 13 buses from Osaka to Nagoya, including 13 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 08 the direct buses cover the 139 km distance in an average of 3 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
On Thu, Oct 08 the slowest buses will take 3 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.
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Buses from Osaka to Nagoya run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 if you book in advance.
There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 20:30. The fastest bus covers the 86 miles (139 km) distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 86 miles (139 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 8:30 PM |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
The table below shows live departures for Osaka to Nagoya buses for today, Wednesday, October 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
107317 | 11:25 PM Osaka, Sakurajima Station | 5h20 | 4:45 AM Nagoya, Kanayama Station North Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
107317 | 11:25 PM Osaka, Sakurajima Station | 5h45 | 5:10 AM Nagoya Station (Noritake 1-chome) | 0 transfersDirect | |
107317 | 11:40 PM Osaka, Universal Studios Japan Traffic Plaza | 5h30 | 5:10 AM Nagoya Station (Noritake 1-chome) | 0 transfersDirect | |
107317 | 11:40 PM Osaka, Universal Studios Japan Traffic Plaza | 5h05 | 4:45 AM Nagoya, Kanayama Station North Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
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107316 | 6:20 AM Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal | 3h50 | 10:10 AM Nagoya Station (Noritake 1-chome) | 0 transfersDirect | |
107320 | 7:20 AM Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal | 3h50 | 11:10 AM Nagoya Station (Noritake 1-chome) | 0 transfersDirect | |
107315 | 8:00 AM Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal | 3h15 | 11:15 AM Nagoya Station (Noritake 1-chome) | 0 transfersDirect | |
107313 | 9:30 AM Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal | 3h15 | 12:45 PM Nagoya Station (Noritake 1-chome) | 0 transfersDirect | |
107311 | 10:30 AM Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal | 3h15 | 1:45 PM Nagoya Station (Noritake 1-chome) | 0 transfersDirect | |
107308 | 11:30 AM Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal | 3h15 | 2:45 PM Nagoya Station (Noritake 1-chome) | 0 transfersDirect | |
107302 | 11:45 AM Osaka, Minatomachi (OCAT) Bus Terminal | 4h25 | 4:10 PM Nagoya Station (Noritake 1-chome) | 0 transfersDirect | |
107302 | 12:30 PM Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal | 3h40 | 4:10 PM Nagoya Station (Noritake 1-chome) | 0 transfersDirect | |
107326 | 12:45 PM Osaka, Sakurajima Station | 3h50 | 4:35 PM Nagoya Station (Noritake 1-chome) | 0 transfersDirect | |
107326 | 1:30 PM Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal | 3h05 | 4:35 PM Nagoya Station (Noritake 1-chome) | 0 transfersDirect | |
107362 | 2:00 PM Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal | 3h15 | 5:15 PM Nagoya Station (Noritake 1-chome) | 0 transfersDirect | |
107303 | 3:15 PM Osaka, Sakurajima Station | 3h50 | 7:05 PM Nagoya Station (Noritake 1-chome) | 0 transfersDirect | |
107303 | 4:00 PM Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal | 3h05 | 7:05 PM Nagoya Station (Noritake 1-chome) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Interactive museum on Toyota's industrial roots, featuring textile machinery, classic cars, and hands-on engineering displays.
Museum and preserved garden residence of the Owari Tokugawa family, displaying samurai treasures, art, and historical documents.
Premier art museum with rotating exhibitions in a striking building beside Shirakawa Park and the city science museum.
Lively shopping district mixing arcades, temples, street fashion, anime goods, and long-running independent stores in central Nagoya.
Broad central boulevard with lawns, event spaces, and seasonal lighting, ideal for walking between Sakae landmarks and shops.
Traditional Japanese garden with ponds, tea houses, and seasonal scenery, created on the former residence grounds of the Tokugawa family.
Grilled freshwater eel over rice, often eaten in stages with condiments and broth. A signature Nagoya specialty tied to local eel culture.
Chicken hot pot simmered with vegetables in a rich Hatcho miso broth. It reflects Nagoya's deep love of robust red miso flavors.
Breaded pork cutlet topped with a thick sweet-savory red miso sauce. It is one of Nagoya's best-known comfort foods.
Established eel specialist known for hitsumabushi. Traditional setting and careful preparation make it a top choice for this local dish.
Classic Nagoya chain for miso katsu. Casual and efficient, ideal for trying the city's signature pork cutlet with rich red miso sauce.
Long-running restaurant associated with ankake spaghetti, a Nagoya specialty with thick peppery sauce over pasta in a retro casual setting.
Moderate for Japan. Hotels and dining are mid-priced, transit is efficient but adds up, and budget eats are easy to find.
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Use this page to check the bus options currently available between Osaka and Nagoya. Departure points, arrival stops, operators and stopping patterns can change by travel date, so rely on the live results when choosing your journey. For broader planning support, explore buses in Japan.
When comparing departures, consider where the bus leaves in Osaka and where it arrives in Nagoya, not just the time shown in the search. A service that fits your accommodation, local connection or planned activity can make the overall journey simpler. Check the live listing again before you set out.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Osaka to Nagoya by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Nagoya, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Osaka to Nagoya buses use the Osaka, Universal Studios Japan Traffic Plaza to station pair. Use this guide to compare Osaka and Nagoya 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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