4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Osaka to Tokyo
Cheapest price
$70
Average price
$94
Fastest journey
8 h 5 m
Average duration
8 h 40 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
402 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Osaka to Tokyo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Osaka to Tokyo will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.
Of the 11 buses that leave Osaka for Tokyo on Mon, Mar 23, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct buses cover the 402 km distance in an average of 8 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 5 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest buses will take 9 h 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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Compare bus, train, and flight 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 bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a train costs an average of $101.
Distance: 249 miles (402 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
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$56 Average price Cheapest | $75 Average price | $106 Average price |
10h 31m Average total duration 10h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Osaka to Tokyo Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Willer | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Willer | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator Willer | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator Willer | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator Willer | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator Willer | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator Willer | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator Willer | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator Willer | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator Willer | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator Willer | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator Willer | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $69 |
Live departures
Osaka to Tokyo bus times
The table below shows live departures for Osaka to Tokyo buses for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96585 | 11:50 AM Osaka, Minatomachi (OCAT) Bus Terminal | 9h10 | 9:00 PM Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 96585 | 11:50 AM Osaka, Minatomachi (OCAT) Bus Terminal | 9h40 | 9:30 PM Tokyo, Ikebukuro Sunshine Bus Terminal (Sunshine City Cultural Center 1F) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 96589 | 12:25 PM Osaka, Sakurajima Station | 10h50 | 11:15 PM Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 96585 | 12:30 PM Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal | 9h00 | 9:30 PM Tokyo, Ikebukuro Sunshine Bus Terminal (Sunshine City Cultural Center 1F) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 96585 | 12:30 PM Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal | 8h30 | 9:00 PM Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 96589 | 12:40 PM Osaka, Universal Studios Japan Traffic Plaza | 10h35 | 11:15 PM Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 96581 | 1:00 PM Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal | 9h00 | 10:00 PM Tokyo, Ikebukuro Sunshine Bus Terminal (Sunshine City Cultural Center 1F) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 96581 | 1:00 PM Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal | 9h40 | 10:40 PM Tokyo, DisneySea Bus Terminal South | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 96589 | 1:20 PM Osaka, Minatomachi (OCAT) Bus Terminal | 9h55 | 11:15 PM Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Osaka to Tokyo
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Buses from Osaka to Tokyo run on average 21 times per day, taking around 10h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by flight.
There are 21 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 249 miles (402 km) distance in 8h 5m.
Distance 249 miles (402 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 21 |
Fastest bus 8h 5m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: Willer, JR Bus Kanto, Willer Express from Osaka to TokyoYou can travel by bus between Osaka to Tokyo with Willer, JR Bus Kanto, Willer Express for as low as $42 (€34). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Osaka to Tokyo
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- Cancellations may incur fees
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