Willer Express: Tickets, Timetables and Facilities

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Willer

About
WILLER EXPRESS Co., Ltd. is a prominent Japanese bus company operating since 2005, offering extensive intercity bus services across Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu. With approximately 22 routes and 352 daily departures, it serves over 2.65 million passengers annually. The company provides a range of seating options, including the "ReBorn" and "DOME" seats, designed for enhanced comfort and privacy. WILLER EXPRESS also emphasizes safety through strict compliance with regulations, regular vehicle inspections, and the use of IoT technology for real-time monitoring. Additionally, it has expanded its services internationally, operating intercity buses in Vietnam and Taiwan.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
Up to two pieces of luggage may be checked per passenger.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage beyond the standard allowance is not permitted.
Luggage storage
Luggage is stored in the bus trunk or overhead compartments, depending on bus type.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations may incur fees; specific terms depend on the fare type and timing of cancellation.
Refund
Refunds are provided for cancellations; specific terms depend on the fare type and timing of cancellation.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors are not permitted to travel on Willer Express buses.
Amenities on board the bus
Seat reservation
An arrangement fee of 330 yen is charged for each trip upon reservation of an intercity express bus with reserved seats.
Toilets

🚌 About WILLER EXPRESS & WILLER Bus Japan

WILLER EXPRESS was founded in 1994 and has become one of Japan's largest highway bus companies. If you are looking for reliable WILLER Travel, this operator connects Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Nagoya, Hiroshima, and other key cities with its signature pink-coloured buses. Known especially for uniquely comfortable seats that secure passengers' privacy, a WILLER EXPRESS bus makes long-distance travel easy. Whether you need a standard highway route, a WILLER EXPRESS/Star Express service, or a Japan Night Bus, you'll enjoy affordable fares and convenient overnight services.

Side view of a classic pink WILLER EXPRESS bus

💺 WILLER EXPRESS Seat Types & WILLER EXPRESS WiFi

WILLER Bus prides itself on a variety of comfortable seat options customized to maximize comfort during overnight rides. You can choose between three- or four-seat options. For long-haul routes, three-seat-in-a-row seating is more comfortable; however, four-seat-in-a-row seating is much cheaper. Passengers often ask about WILLER EXPRESS WiFi; while many modern highway buses are equipped with convenient amenities, availability can vary by specific bus model or service.

3-seat-per-row types:

The spacious seats feature soft yet stable reclining chairs and unique mechanisms that protect your privacy, ensuring a restful night's sleep.

WILLER EXPRESS Dome seat featuring a shell shape and canopy for privacy

Dome

A shell-shaped seat and canopy provide a sense of privacy and comfort. In the shell-shaped seat, you can recline without worrying about the passenger behind you. A smartphone holder is installed inside the canopy, allowing passengers to use their smartphones without worrying about others, even at night.

WILLER EXPRESS Reborn seat with near-flat recline

Reborn

Its shell-shaped seats protect your privacy, and a near-flat angle reclining system ensures your quality sleep. Buses equipped with Reborn seats have only 18 seats per vehicle, giving you a space like a capsule hotel.

WILLER EXPRESS Luxia seat showing a private room-like space

Luxia

The comfortable reclining seats are arranged at a distance, and you can pull a curtain to your seat. It creates a private, room-like space on your WILLER Bus.

WILLER EXPRESS Comodo seat with a drawn privacy curtain

Comodo

The Comodo seats are designed to make you feel as if you're in a private room. The curtain can be drawn around you, ensuring privacy on the night bus. The reclining seats can be adjusted to 140 degrees.

4-seat-per-row types:

These are the standard types with reclining seats that reach a maximum angle of 130 degrees, canopy covers, and partitions that offer greater privacy in the seat.

WILLER EXPRESS Prime seat with a tall canopy

Prime

Comfortable reclining seat with a larger canopy makes your long-ride more relaxing. The canopy on the Prime seat is larger and taller than on the Relax model.

WILLER EXPRESS Relax seat with a standard canopy

Relax

The simplest and cheapest seat type with reclining seats of maximum angle of 130 degrees. It provides good comfort during a long-haul drive.

Night Bus Tokyo - Kyoto

The bus takes you from the neon-lit megacity Tokyo to Kyoto in one night. The spacious, comfortable seats will help you get a good night's rest. Travelers often monitor the WILLER EXPRESS Tokyo to Kyoto bus price 2025 to secure affordable accommodation alternatives during the busy cherry blossom season.
Highway Bus
Highway Bus
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WILLER EXPRESS Tokyo to Osaka

Osaka is the second-largest city in Japan, with residents proud of their vibrant food culture. Whether you are booking a WILLER EXPRESS Tokyo to Osaka route or a WILLER Bus Osaka to Tokyo return trip, the night bus will transport you to another megacity with a completely different vibe.
Highway Bus
Highway Bus
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WILLER Bus Nagoya Routes

Nagoya is the largest city in central Japan. Getting there is easy whether you take a WILLER Bus Nagoya to Tokyo or a WILLER Bus Nagoya to Osaka route, which takes only 3 hours. Discover its iconic castle and unique savory food culture.
Express Bus
Express Bus
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💻 WILLER EXPRESS Booking on Omio

Omio partners with over 1,000 trusted operators globally, offering reliable support for all your travel. While unique local tours like the WILLER Tokyo restaurant bus offer great dining experiences, Omio is your go-to platform for a smooth, standard intercity WILLER EXPRESS booking.

How to Book WILLER EXPRESS on Omio

Your booking is straightforward with these simple steps:

  • Search Your Route: Enter your departure city and destination.
  • Compare Options: Browse available buses with departure times, prices, and durations.
  • Select Your Ticket: Choose your preferred bus.
  • Enter Details: Fill in passenger information.
  • Secure Payment: Complete your purchase through our secure system.
  • Redeem your tickets: A QR code for your ticket will be sent directly to your email.

❓ WILLER EXPRESS Bus FAQs

WILLER EXPRESS makes long-distance bus travel easy, budget-friendly, and reliable. Night Buses are significantly cheaper than Shinkansen bullet trains and offer comfortable seating, reducing accommodation costs.

Yes, WILLER EXPRESS prides itself on a variety of comfortable seat options customized to maximize comfort during overnight rides, including spacious 3-seat-per-row types with unique privacy mechanisms like the Dome and Reborn seats.

Long-haul routes like Tokyo to Osaka or Kyoto take about 8 hours. You'll be able to spend a whole day in the morning at the destination after getting a good night's sleep on the bus.

Booking WILLER EXPRESS bus tickets on Omio is straightforward. You can search your route, compare options, and secure your ticket with a digital QR code sent directly to your email, ready to be scanned at the bus terminal.

Willer Express insights and onboard amenities

Take a closer look at Willer Express bus, including seating, legroom, and onboard facilities.

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Willer
09:40PM9h35
Tokyo, Yaesu bus terminal
07:15AMOsaka, Universal Studios Japan Traffic Plaza
$761One-way
0 transfers
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09:40PM8h55
Tokyo, Yaesu bus terminal
06:35AMOsaka, Station Front
$761One-way
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09:40PM9h45
Tokyo, Yaesu bus terminal
07:25AMOsaka, Sakurajima Station
$761One-way
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09:00PM9h35
Tokyo, Shinkiba Station (2 stops to Maihama Station)
06:35AMOsaka, Station Front
$761One-way
0 transfers
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09:00PM10h15
Tokyo, Shinkiba Station (2 stops to Maihama Station)
07:15AMOsaka, Universal Studios Japan Traffic Plaza
$761One-way
0 transfers
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