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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hiroshima to Osaka
Showing times and prices for Mar 24
Cheapest price
$122
Average price
$122
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Trains per day
136
Distance
281 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train 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 $122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $122.
Fast trains
Of the 136 trains that leave Hiroshima for Osaka on Tue, Mar 24, 136 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 24 the direct trains cover the 281 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
On Tue, Mar 24 the slowest trains will take 1 h 21 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.
Nozomi 10405:12PM1h27
Hiroshima Station06:39PMShin-Osaka Station
$1221One-way
0 transfers
Nozomi 608:22AM1h23
Hiroshima Station09:45AMShin-Osaka Station
$1221One-way
0 transfers
Nozomi 8407:57AM1h25
Hiroshima Station09:22AMShin-Osaka Station
$1221One-way
0 transfers
Nozomi 2011:18AM1h27
Hiroshima Station12:45PMShin-Osaka Station
$1221One-way
0 transfers
Mizuho 61410:12PM1h25
Hiroshima Station11:37PMShin-Osaka Station
$1221One-way
0 transfers
Nozomi 6408:02PM1h19
Hiroshima Station09:21PMShin-Osaka Station
$1221One-way
0 transfers
Nozomi 207:08AM1h20
Hiroshima Station08:28AMShin-Osaka Station
$1221One-way
0 transfers
Mizuho 61008:17PM1h20
Hiroshima Station09:37PMShin-Osaka Station
$1221One-way
0 transfers
Nozomi 3803:43PM1h21
Hiroshima Station05:04PMShin-Osaka Station
$1221One-way
0 transfers
Nozomi 808:43AM1h21
Hiroshima Station10:04AMShin-Osaka Station
$1221One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Hiroshima to Osaka
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hiroshima to Osaka among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a train costs an average of $70.
Distance: 174 miles (281 km)
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$74 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest |
1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Hiroshima to Osaka train times
The table below shows live departures for Hiroshima to Osaka trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, March 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 4:37 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nozomi 74 | 9:00 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h30 | 10:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 74 | 9:00 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h28 | 10:28 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
 Hikari 500 | 9:20 PM Hiroshima Station | 2h26 | 11:46 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 500 | 9:20 PM Hiroshima Station | 2h28 | 11:48 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 76 | 9:26 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h29 | 10:55 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 76 | 9:26 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h31 | 10:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 78 | 9:45 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h30 | 11:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 78 | 9:45 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h28 | 11:13 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
 Kodama 836 | 9:49 PM Hiroshima Station | 2h28 | 12:17 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 2 | 10:08 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h22 | 11:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 2 | 10:08 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h20 | 11:28 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 80 | 10:18 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h27 | 11:45 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 80 | 10:18 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 11:43 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 82 | 10:30 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h27 | 11:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 82 | 10:30 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 11:55 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 4 | 10:43 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h21 | 12:04 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 4 | 10:43 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h23 | 12:06 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 84 | 10:57 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 12:22 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 84 | 10:57 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h27 | 12:24 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 840 | 11:02 PM Hiroshima Station | 2h23 | 1:25 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 86 | 11:06 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 12:31 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 86 | 11:06 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h27 | 12:33 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
 Sakura 540 | 11:10 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h27 | 12:37 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 6 | 11:22 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h21 | 12:43 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 6 | 11:22 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h23 | 12:45 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 842 | 11:40 PM Hiroshima Station | 2h45 | 2:25 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 8 | 11:43 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h23 | 1:06 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 8 | 11:43 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h21 | 1:04 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 600 | 11:56 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 1:21 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, March 24 | |||||
| Nozomi 10 | 12:07 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h23 | 1:30 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 10 | 12:07 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h21 | 1:28 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 12 | 12:18 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 1:43 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 12 | 12:18 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h27 | 1:45 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 542 | 12:33 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h26 | 1:59 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 14 | 12:43 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h23 | 2:06 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 14 | 12:43 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h21 | 2:04 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 602 | 12:56 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 2:21 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 90 | 1:03 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h27 | 2:30 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 90 | 1:03 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 2:28 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 16 | 1:18 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h27 | 2:45 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 16 | 1:18 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 2:43 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 544 | 1:33 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h26 | 2:59 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 18 | 1:43 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h23 | 3:06 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 18 | 1:43 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h21 | 3:04 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 604 | 1:56 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 3:21 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 92 | 2:03 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 3:28 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 92 | 2:03 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h27 | 3:30 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 20 | 2:18 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h27 | 3:45 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 20 | 2:18 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 3:43 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 546 | 2:33 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h26 | 3:59 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 22 | 2:43 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h23 | 4:06 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 22 | 2:43 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h21 | 4:04 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 548 | 2:53 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h28 | 4:21 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 94 | 3:03 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h27 | 4:30 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 94 | 3:03 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 4:28 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 24 | 3:18 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 4:43 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 24 | 3:18 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h27 | 4:45 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 550 | 3:33 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h26 | 4:59 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 26 | 3:43 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h23 | 5:06 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 26 | 3:43 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h21 | 5:04 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 606 | 3:56 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 5:21 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 96 | 4:03 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 5:28 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 96 | 4:03 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h27 | 5:30 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 28 | 4:18 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h27 | 5:45 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 28 | 4:18 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 5:43 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 552 | 4:33 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h26 | 5:59 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 30 | 4:43 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h21 | 6:04 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 30 | 4:43 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h23 | 6:06 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 98 | 5:03 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 6:28 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 98 | 5:03 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h27 | 6:30 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 32 | 5:18 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h27 | 6:45 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 32 | 5:18 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 6:43 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 554 | 5:33 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h26 | 6:59 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 854 | 5:38 AM Hiroshima Station | 2h47 | 8:25 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 34 | 5:43 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h23 | 7:06 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 34 | 5:43 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h21 | 7:04 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 100 | 6:03 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 7:28 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 100 | 6:03 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h27 | 7:30 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 36 | 6:18 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h27 | 7:45 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 36 | 6:18 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 7:43 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 556 | 6:33 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h26 | 7:59 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 856 | 6:38 AM Hiroshima Station | 2h47 | 9:25 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 38 | 6:43 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h21 | 8:04 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 38 | 6:43 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h23 | 8:06 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 40 | 7:03 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 8:28 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 40 | 7:03 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h27 | 8:30 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 102 | 7:12 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h27 | 8:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 102 | 7:12 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 8:37 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 42 | 7:22 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h21 | 8:43 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 42 | 7:22 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h23 | 8:45 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 558 | 7:33 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h26 | 8:59 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 858 | 7:38 AM Hiroshima Station | 2h47 | 10:25 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 44 | 7:43 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h23 | 9:06 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 44 | 7:43 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h21 | 9:04 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 560 | 7:53 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h28 | 9:21 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 46 | 8:03 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 9:28 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 46 | 8:03 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h27 | 9:30 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 104 | 8:12 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h27 | 9:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 104 | 8:12 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 9:37 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 48 | 8:22 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h21 | 9:43 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 48 | 8:22 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h23 | 9:45 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 562 | 8:33 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h26 | 9:59 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 860 | 8:38 AM Hiroshima Station | 2h47 | 11:25 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 50 | 8:43 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h23 | 10:06 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 50 | 8:43 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h21 | 10:04 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 564 | 8:53 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h28 | 10:21 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 52 | 9:03 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h27 | 10:30 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 52 | 9:03 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 10:28 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 54 | 9:18 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 10:43 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 54 | 9:18 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h27 | 10:45 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 566 | 9:33 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h26 | 10:59 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 862 | 9:38 AM Hiroshima Station | 2h40 | 12:18 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 56 | 9:43 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h23 | 11:06 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 56 | 9:43 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h21 | 11:04 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 568 | 9:53 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h28 | 11:21 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 58 | 10:06 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 11:31 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 58 | 10:06 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h27 | 11:33 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 60 | 10:21 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 11:46 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 60 | 10:21 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h27 | 11:48 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 608 | 10:29 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h21 | 11:50 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 62 | 10:43 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h21 | 12:04 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 62 | 10:43 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h23 | 12:06 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 570 | 10:53 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h33 | 12:26 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 866 | 10:57 AM Hiroshima Station | 2h15 | 1:12 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 64 | 11:02 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h19 | 12:21 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 64 | 11:02 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h22 | 12:24 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 610 | 11:17 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h20 | 12:37 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 270 | 11:37 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h23 | 1:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 270 | 11:37 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h21 | 12:58 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 612 | 11:50 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h26 | 1:16 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 870 | 11:58 AM Hiroshima Station | 2h20 | 2:18 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 272 | 12:03 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 1:28 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 272 | 12:03 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h27 | 1:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 572 | 12:25 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h28 | 1:53 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 592 | 12:59 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h33 | 2:32 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 614 | 1:12 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h25 | 2:37 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, March 25 | |||||
| 1:12 PM Hiroshima | 1h25 | 2:37 PM Osaka | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hiroshima to Osaka
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Trains from Hiroshima to Osaka run on average 81 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€57) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by bus.
There are 81 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 22:29. The fastest train covers the 174 miles (281 km) distance in 1h 23m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $31 (€25)
Distance 174 miles (281 km) |
Average train duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€57) |
Trains per day 81 |
Direct trains 81 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 22:29 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $31 (€25)
Train companies: JR West from Hiroshima to Osaka trainsJR West trains will get you between Hiroshima and Osaka from $31 (€25). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
JR West
About
West Japan Railway Company (JR West) is a leading railway operator in Japan, headquartered in Osaka. Established on April 1, 1987, following the privatization of Japanese National Railways, JR West manages an extensive network covering 5,008.7 kilometers, including the Sanyō Shinkansen line, which accounts for approximately 40% of its passenger revenues. The company also offers bus and ferry services and engages in real estate and retail businesses. With a workforce of over 45,000 employees, JR West serves a population of approximately 43.1 million people across 18 prefectures in western Japan.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 23m
Cheapest Price
$70 (€57)
Luggage included
Up to two portable items totaling no more than 250 cm in dimensions and weighing no more than 30 kg are allowed.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage beyond the standard allowance is not permitted.
Luggage storage
Designated areas are available for storing luggage on trains.
Cancellation Policy
Changes and refunds are not possible after the scheduled departure time of the first designated train.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Food and beverage waste should be discarded in receptacles provided in the station or on the train.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations can be made at no additional cost at ticket offices; online reservations may incur fees.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
JR West strives to maintain accessibility features and offers support to patrons with disabilities.
Bikes
Bicycles for cycling or sports competitions must be dismantled and carried in a dedicated bag.
Pets
Pets must be transported in a case that holds their entire body; fees apply for small animals.
FAQs: Trains from Hiroshima to Osaka
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hiroshima to Osaka by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Osaka, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Yes. You can buy tickets online for trains from Hiroshima to Osaka, but the exact process depends on the operator and ticket type. In general, you select your date and time, choose seat options, pay, and receive either an e-ticket/QR code or details for ticket pickup.
The cheapest way to travel by train from Hiroshima to Osaka is usually to choose slower services or less in-demand departure times, and book in advance when possible. If both reserved and non-reserved seating is available, non-reserved options can sometimes be cheaper. To save money, compare different times and services and book earlier when you can.
Child ticket rules depend on the operator, but in Japan a child ticket generally applies to ages 6–11, and age 12 and over is an adult ticket. Age is usually based on the child’s age on the day of travel.
Children can sometimes travel for free, but it depends on age and whether they need their own seat. In Japan, children under 6 can travel free if they don’t occupy a separate seat, and each paying adult can typically accompany up to two children under 6 for free.
Yes, most children need a ticket when traveling by train from Hiroshima to Osaka. In Japan, ages 6–11 typically need a child ticket (often about half the adult fare), while children under 6 may travel free if they don’t occupy a separate seat.
Yes, a day trip from Hiroshima to Osaka is possible by train, with journey times of around 1h 23m each way. That said, Osaka has a lot to see, so an overnight stay often makes for a more relaxed visit.
Yes, there are direct trains from Hiroshima to Osaka. On this route, many services run without any changes, making it an easy trip by rail.
The average train journey from Hiroshima to Osaka takes around 1h 23m. Travel times can be longer on slower services or at busy times, so it’s worth checking options for your travel date.
Trains from Hiroshima to Osaka usually run frequently throughout the day, with regular departures on most dates. Check the schedule for your travel date to see the exact departure times.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Hiroshima to Osaka. On this route, the Shinkansen offers the fastest and most frequent connections.
High-speed train tickets from Hiroshima to Osaka are typically priced higher than slower services. Costs can vary by seat type (reserved vs non-reserved), class, and the specific service you choose.
Most travelers need at least three days in Osaka to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
You can bring luggage on the train from Hiroshima to Osaka, but size rules may apply. On Japan’s Shinkansen, luggage up to 160 cm total dimensions (length + width + height) can be taken onboard without a reservation, while larger items may require a reservation for designated luggage space.
Japan is generally very safe, but it’s still best not to leave luggage unattended. If you need to step away briefly, keep valuables with you and leave only low-value items behind, and place bags where you can keep an eye on them when possible.
Standard-sized luggage can usually go in the overhead racks or near your seat. On Shinkansen services, oversized baggage is stored in designated areas (often behind the last row), which are typically available only when you reserve the appropriate seat/space.
There isn’t a night train on this route. Most travelers take daytime services, including high-speed trains like the Shinkansen, which make the journey fast and convenient.
Non-reserved seats are first-come, first-served seating in designated cars on services that offer them. You don’t get a seat number, so you line up at the platform markings and take any open seat once you board; if it’s busy, you may need to stand until a seat frees up.
On Japan’s Shinkansen routes, luggage is considered oversized if total dimensions (length + width + height) are 160–250 cm. Oversized items usually require a seat reservation with designated luggage space, and items over 250 cm are not allowed onboard.
Train tickets from Hiroshima to Osaka can cost as little as $70 (€57) when booked in advance. The average ticket price is around $74 (€60), but prices vary depending on the type of train, the time of day, and whether you choose a reserved seat or a higher class.
Train services from Hiroshima to Osaka are operated by JR West. On this route, high-speed services are part of Japan Railways’ network.
Whether a rail pass is valid from Hiroshima to Osaka depends on the operator and service type. In Japan, the JR Pass can be used on some Shinkansen services (such as Hikari and Kodama) but not on certain fastest services (such as Nozomi).
A rail pass can be worth it if you plan to take several long-distance train journeys during your trip. For a single journey, a normal ticket is often more cost-effective, especially if the pass doesn’t cover the fastest services you want to take.
Suica is useful for local trains and subways, but it usually isn’t enough by itself for long-distance Shinkansen travel from Hiroshima to Osaka. You can use Suica for local segments to and from the stations, while the Shinkansen portion typically needs its own ticket and (if you want a specific seat) a seat reservation.
You don’t always need to reserve a seat, but it’s often a good idea on busy routes or at peak times. Some services offer non-reserved seating (first-come, first-served), while reserved seats give you a specific seat number and more certainty.
Yes. Trains on this route typically have onboard toilets, including Western-style toilets on many services. Facilities are usually clean and easy to use, which helps on longer travel days or when traveling with children.
If you’re traveling at peak times, want a specific departure, want seats together, or prefer extra certainty, book in advance. If you’re flexible and traveling off-peak, you can often buy tickets closer to departure, but you’ll have fewer choices for times and seats.
Many services offer onboard Wi-Fi, but coverage and reliability can vary, especially in tunnels or at high speed. It’s usually fine for messaging and light browsing, but may not be stable enough for video calls or heavy work.
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