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Tokyo National Museum
Japan’s oldest national museum showcases samurai armor, screens, ceramics, and archaeology. It is essential for understanding Japanese art and history.

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$60
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
8 h 5 m
Average duration
8 h 49 m
Buses per day
14
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 $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 14 buses that leave Osaka for Tokyo on Thu, Aug 06, 14 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 402 km distance in an average of 8 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 5 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest buses will take 9 h 20 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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Omio recommends booking the train 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 $42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a train costs an average of $96.
Distance: 249 miles (402 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$56 Average price Cheapest | $102 Average price | $70 Average price | $154 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Osaka to Tokyo:
A bus is $14 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Osaka to Tokyo costing on average $70.
A bus is $46 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Osaka to Tokyo costing on average $102.
Other travel options to Tokyo take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 17m.
Bus takes on average 3h 39m.
You'll arrive about 2h 26m sooner (3h 39m by bus vs 6h 5m by car) and save roughly $98 compared to fuel and tolls ($56 vs $154). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Willer Express, JR Bus Kanto, Willer Express.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
The table below shows live departures for Osaka to Tokyo 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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![]() | 12:00 PM Osaka | 9h10 | 9:10 PM Tokyo | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:15 PM Osaka | 9h40 | 9:55 PM Tokyo | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:25 PM Osaka | 10h50 | 11:15 PM Tokyo | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:35 PM Osaka | 10h25 | 11:00 PM Tokyo | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Osaka | 8h05 | 10:05 PM Tokyo | 0 transfersDirect | |
96582 | 7:30 AM Osaka, Willer Bus Terminal | 10h20 | 5:50 PM Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Osaka to Tokyo run on average 24 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $42 but you can travel from only $38 by flight.
There are 24 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, 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 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 24 |
Fastest bus 8h 5m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Most Osaka to Tokyo buses use the Osaka, Universal Studios Japan Traffic Plaza to station pair. Use this guide to compare Osaka and Tokyo 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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