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Discover the Japan Rail PassThe cheapest and fastest trains from Kyoto to Osaka
Showing times and prices for Jul 28
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
12 m
Average duration
12 m
Trains per day
181
Distance
43 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kyoto to Osaka is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kyoto to Osaka will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Fast trains
Of the 181 trains that leave Kyoto for Osaka on Tue, Jul 28, 181 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 28 the direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 m .
On Tue, Jul 28 the slowest trains will take 13 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.
Haruka 36:21 AM0h30Kyoto Station6:51 AMOsaka Station$81One-way0 transfers- Haruka 557:30 PM0h32Kyoto Station8:02 PMOsaka Station$81One-way0 transfers
- Haruka 118:22 AM0h29Kyoto Station8:51 AMOsaka Station$81One-way0 transfers
- Haruka 475:30 PM0h32Kyoto Station6:02 PMOsaka Station$81One-way0 transfers
- Haruka 414:00 PM0h32Kyoto Station4:32 PMOsaka Station$81One-way0 transfers
Hikari 7338:01 AM0h12Kyoto Station8:13 AMShin-Osaka Station$81One-way0 transfers- Nozomi 28911:15 PM0h12Kyoto Station11:27 PMShin-Osaka Station$181One-way0 transfers
- Hikari 7317:20 AM0h12Kyoto Station7:32 AMShin-Osaka Station$81One-way0 transfers
- Kodama 85511:27 PM0h12Kyoto Station11:39 PMShin-Osaka Station$81One-way0 transfers
- Nozomi 734:02 PM0h13Kyoto Station4:15 PMShin-Osaka Station$181One-way0 transfers
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Travel Information
Compare train for Kyoto to Osaka
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kyoto to Osaka among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $8.
Distance: 26 miles (43 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$9 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Kyoto to Osaka is a train with an average price of $9 (€9).
The fastest way to travel from Kyoto to Osaka is by train with an average journey time of 23m.
Yes, you can take a train between Kyoto and Osaka.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Kyoto to Osaka among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.
The journey is about 44m faster (23m by train vs 1h 7m by car) and roughly $2 (€2) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($9 (€9) vs $11 (€11)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with JR West, JR Central.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Kyoto to Osaka train times
The table below shows live departures for Kyoto to Osaka trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haruka 1 | 5:45 AM Kyoto Station | 0h36 | 6:21 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 3 | 6:21 AM Kyoto Station | 0h30 | 6:51 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 5 | 6:44 AM Kyoto Station | 0h35 | 7:19 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 101 | 6:55 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 7:09 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 7 | 7:13 AM Kyoto Station | 0h37 | 7:50 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 731 | 7:20 AM Kyoto Station | 0h12 | 7:32 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 861 | 7:38 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 7:51 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 103 | 7:41 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 7:54 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 9 | 7:48 AM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 8:20 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 863 | 7:56 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 8:09 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 733 | 8:01 AM Kyoto Station | 0h12 | 8:13 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 99 | 8:03 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 8:16 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 2 | 8:04 AM Kyoto Station | 0h30 | 8:34 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 1 | 8:09 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 8:22 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 11 | 8:22 AM Kyoto Station | 0h29 | 8:51 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 3 | 8:26 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 8:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 735 | 8:29 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 8:42 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 4 | 8:38 AM Kyoto Station | 0h28 | 9:06 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 865 | 8:43 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 8:57 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 13 | 8:45 AM Kyoto Station | 0h33 | 9:18 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 5 | 8:47 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 9:00 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 231 | 8:53 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 9:06 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 7 | 9:02 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 9:15 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 6 | 9:03 AM Kyoto Station | 0h30 | 9:33 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 631 | 9:08 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 9:21 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 233 | 9:14 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 9:27 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 9 | 9:25 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 9:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 15 | 9:30 AM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 10:02 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 235 | 9:33 AM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 9:48 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 867 | 9:36 AM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 9:51 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 8 | 9:36 AM Kyoto Station | 0h27 | 10:03 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 701 | 9:43 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 9:57 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 11 | 9:46 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 10:00 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 237 | 9:52 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 10:06 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 17 | 10:00 AM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 10:32 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 13 | 10:02 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 10:15 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 10 | 10:07 AM Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 10:33 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 633 | 10:14 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 10:27 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 61 | 10:16 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 10:30 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 15 | 10:25 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 10:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 19 | 10:30 AM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 11:02 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 239 | 10:33 AM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 10:48 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 12 | 10:36 AM Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 11:02 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 703 | 10:43 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 10:57 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 17 | 10:46 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 11:00 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 241 | 10:52 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 11:06 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 21 | 11:00 AM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 11:32 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 63 | 11:02 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 11:15 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 14 | 11:10 AM Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 11:36 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 635 | 11:14 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 11:27 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 243 | 11:16 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 11:30 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 245 | 11:22 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 11:36 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 19 | 11:25 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 11:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 23 | 11:30 AM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 12:02 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 247 | 11:33 AM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 11:48 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 807 | 11:36 AM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 11:51 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 16 | 11:40 AM Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 12:06 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 705 | 11:43 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 11:57 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 21 | 11:46 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 12:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 249 | 11:52 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 12:06 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 25 | 12:00 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 12:32 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 65 | 12:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 12:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 18 | 12:10 PM Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 12:36 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 637 | 12:14 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 12:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 251 | 12:16 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 12:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 23 | 12:25 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 12:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 253 | 12:33 PM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 12:48 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 811 | 12:36 PM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 12:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 707 | 12:43 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 12:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 25 | 12:46 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 1:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 29 | 1:00 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 1:32 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 67 | 1:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 1:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 20 | 1:10 PM Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 1:36 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 639 | 1:14 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 1:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 255 | 1:16 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 1:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 27 | 1:25 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 1:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 815 | 1:36 PM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 1:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 709 | 1:43 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 1:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 29 | 1:46 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 2:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 33 | 2:00 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 2:32 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 69 | 2:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 2:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 22 | 2:10 PM Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 2:36 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 641 | 2:13 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 2:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 257 | 2:16 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 2:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 31 | 2:25 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 2:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 35 | 2:30 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 3:02 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 819 | 2:36 PM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 2:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 711 | 2:43 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 2:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 33 | 2:46 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 3:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 37 | 3:00 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 3:32 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 71 | 3:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 3:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 24 | 3:10 PM Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 3:36 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 643 | 3:13 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 3:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 259 | 3:16 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 3:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 35 | 3:25 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 3:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 39 | 3:30 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 4:02 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 823 | 3:36 PM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 3:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 713 | 3:43 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 3:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 37 | 3:46 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 4:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 41 | 4:00 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 4:32 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 73 | 4:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 4:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 26 | 4:10 PM Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 4:36 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 645 | 4:13 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 4:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 261 | 4:16 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 4:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 39 | 4:25 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 4:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 43 | 4:30 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 5:02 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 827 | 4:36 PM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 4:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 28 | 4:40 PM Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 5:06 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 715 | 4:43 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 4:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 41 | 4:46 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 5:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 45 | 5:00 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 5:32 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 75 | 5:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 5:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 30 | 5:10 PM Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 5:36 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 647 | 5:13 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 5:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 263 | 5:16 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 5:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 43 | 5:25 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 5:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 47 | 5:30 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 6:02 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 831 | 5:36 PM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 5:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 32 | 5:40 PM Kyoto Station | 0h29 | 6:09 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 717 | 5:43 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 5:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 45 | 5:46 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 6:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 265 | 5:52 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 6:06 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 49 | 6:00 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 6:32 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 77 | 6:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 6:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 34 | 6:10 PM Kyoto Station | 0h29 | 6:39 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 649 | 6:13 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 6:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 267 | 6:16 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 6:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 47 | 6:25 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 6:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 51 | 6:30 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 7:02 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 835 | 6:36 PM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 6:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 36 | 6:40 PM Kyoto Station | 0h27 | 7:07 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 719 | 6:43 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 6:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 49 | 6:46 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 7:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 269 | 6:52 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 7:06 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 53 | 7:00 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 7:32 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 51 | 7:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 7:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 38 | 7:11 PM Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 7:37 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 651 | 7:13 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 7:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 271 | 7:16 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 7:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 53 | 7:25 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 7:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 55 | 7:30 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 8:02 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 273 | 7:33 PM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 7:48 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 839 | 7:36 PM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 7:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 40 | 7:40 PM Kyoto Station | 0h29 | 8:09 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 721 | 7:43 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 7:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 55 | 7:46 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 8:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 275 | 7:52 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 8:06 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 57 | 8:00 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 8:32 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 79 | 8:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 8:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 42 | 8:11 PM Kyoto Station | 0h27 | 8:38 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 653 | 8:13 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 8:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 277 | 8:16 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 8:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 57 | 8:25 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 8:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 59 | 8:30 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 9:02 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 279 | 8:33 PM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 8:48 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 44 | 8:40 PM Kyoto Station | 0h29 | 9:09 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 81 | 8:46 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 9:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 281 | 8:52 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 9:06 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 655 | 8:56 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 9:09 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 46 | 9:06 PM Kyoto Station | 0h28 | 9:34 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 59 | 9:07 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 9:21 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 657 | 9:13 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 9:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 283 | 9:16 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 9:29 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 83 | 9:22 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 9:36 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 85 | 9:33 PM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 9:48 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 659 | 9:50 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 10:03 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 87 | 9:53 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 10:06 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 285 | 10:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 10:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 48 | 10:03 PM Kyoto Station | 0h28 | 10:31 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 661 | 10:05 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 10:18 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 89 | 10:14 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 10:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 287 | 10:23 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 10:36 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 91 | 10:32 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 10:45 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 93 | 10:50 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 11:03 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 50 | 11:01 PM Kyoto Station | 0h28 | 11:29 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 663 | 11:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 11:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 95 | 11:05 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 11:18 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 289 | 11:15 PM Kyoto Station | 0h12 | 11:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 291 | 11:23 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 11:36 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 855 | 11:27 PM Kyoto Station | 0h12 | 11:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 293 | 11:32 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 11:45 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 29 | |||||
| Haruka 1 | 5:45 AM Kyoto Station | 0h36 | 6:21 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 3 | 6:21 AM Kyoto Station | 0h30 | 6:51 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 5 | 6:44 AM Kyoto Station | 0h35 | 7:19 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 101 | 6:55 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 7:09 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 7 | 7:13 AM Kyoto Station | 0h37 | 7:50 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 731 | 7:20 AM Kyoto Station | 0h12 | 7:32 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 861 | 7:38 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 7:51 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 103 | 7:41 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 7:54 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 9 | 7:48 AM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 8:20 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 863 | 7:56 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 8:09 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 733 | 8:01 AM Kyoto Station | 0h12 | 8:13 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 99 | 8:03 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 8:16 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 2 | 8:04 AM Kyoto Station | 0h30 | 8:34 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 1 | 8:09 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 8:22 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 11 | 8:22 AM Kyoto Station | 0h29 | 8:51 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 3 | 8:26 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 8:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 735 | 8:29 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 8:42 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 4 | 8:38 AM Kyoto Station | 0h28 | 9:06 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 865 | 8:43 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 8:57 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 13 | 8:45 AM Kyoto Station | 0h33 | 9:18 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 5 | 8:47 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 9:00 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 231 | 8:53 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 9:06 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 7 | 9:02 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 9:15 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 6 | 9:03 AM Kyoto Station | 0h30 | 9:33 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 631 | 9:08 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 9:21 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 233 | 9:14 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 9:27 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 9 | 9:25 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 9:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 15 | 9:30 AM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 10:02 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 235 | 9:33 AM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 9:48 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 8 | 9:36 AM Kyoto Station | 0h27 | 10:03 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 867 | 9:36 AM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 9:51 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 701 | 9:43 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 9:57 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 11 | 9:46 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 10:00 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 237 | 9:52 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 10:06 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 17 | 10:00 AM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 10:32 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 13 | 10:02 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 10:15 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 10 | 10:07 AM Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 10:33 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 633 | 10:14 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 10:27 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 61 | 10:16 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 10:30 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 15 | 10:25 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 10:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 19 | 10:30 AM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 11:02 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 239 | 10:33 AM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 10:48 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 12 | 10:36 AM Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 11:02 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 703 | 10:43 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 10:57 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 17 | 10:46 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 11:00 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 241 | 10:52 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 11:06 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 21 | 11:00 AM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 11:32 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 63 | 11:02 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 11:15 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 14 | 11:10 AM Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 11:36 AM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 635 | 11:14 AM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 11:27 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 243 | 11:16 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 11:30 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 245 | 11:22 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 11:36 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 19 | 11:25 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 11:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 23 | 11:30 AM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 12:02 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 247 | 11:33 AM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 11:48 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 807 | 11:36 AM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 11:51 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 16 | 11:40 AM Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 12:06 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 705 | 11:43 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 11:57 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 21 | 11:46 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 12:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 249 | 11:52 AM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 12:06 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 25 | 12:00 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 12:32 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 65 | 12:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 12:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 18 | 12:10 PM Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 12:36 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 637 | 12:14 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 12:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 251 | 12:16 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 12:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 23 | 12:25 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 12:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 253 | 12:33 PM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 12:48 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 811 | 12:36 PM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 12:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 707 | 12:43 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 12:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 25 | 12:46 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 1:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 29 | 1:00 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 1:32 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 67 | 1:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 1:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 20 | 1:10 PM Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 1:36 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 639 | 1:14 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 1:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 255 | 1:16 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 1:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 27 | 1:25 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 1:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 815 | 1:36 PM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 1:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 709 | 1:43 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 1:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 29 | 1:46 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 2:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 33 | 2:00 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 2:32 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 69 | 2:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 2:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 22 | 2:10 PM Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 2:36 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 641 | 2:13 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 2:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 257 | 2:16 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 2:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 31 | 2:25 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 2:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 35 | 2:30 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 3:02 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 819 | 2:36 PM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 2:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 711 | 2:43 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 2:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 33 | 2:46 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 3:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 37 | 3:00 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 3:32 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 71 | 3:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 3:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 24 | 3:10 PM Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 3:36 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 643 | 3:13 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 3:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 259 | 3:16 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 3:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 35 | 3:25 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 3:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 39 | 3:30 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 4:02 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 823 | 3:36 PM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 3:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 713 | 3:43 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 3:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 37 | 3:46 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 4:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 41 | 4:00 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 4:32 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 73 | 4:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 4:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 26 | 4:10 PM Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 4:36 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 645 | 4:13 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 4:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 261 | 4:16 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 4:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 39 | 4:25 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 4:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 43 | 4:30 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 5:02 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 827 | 4:36 PM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 4:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 28 | 4:40 PM Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 5:06 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 715 | 4:43 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 4:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 41 | 4:46 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 5:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 45 | 5:00 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 5:32 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 75 | 5:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 5:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 30 | 5:10 PM Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 5:36 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 647 | 5:13 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 5:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 263 | 5:16 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 5:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 43 | 5:25 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 5:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 47 | 5:30 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 6:02 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 831 | 5:36 PM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 5:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 32 | 5:40 PM Kyoto Station | 0h29 | 6:09 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 717 | 5:43 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 5:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 45 | 5:46 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 6:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 265 | 5:52 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 6:06 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 49 | 6:00 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 6:32 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 77 | 6:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 6:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 34 | 6:10 PM Kyoto Station | 0h29 | 6:39 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 649 | 6:13 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 6:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 267 | 6:16 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 6:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 47 | 6:25 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 6:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 51 | 6:30 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 7:02 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 835 | 6:36 PM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 6:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 36 | 6:40 PM Kyoto Station | 0h27 | 7:07 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 719 | 6:43 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 6:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 49 | 6:46 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 7:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 269 | 6:52 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 7:06 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 53 | 7:00 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 7:32 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 51 | 7:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 7:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 38 | 7:11 PM Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 7:37 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 651 | 7:13 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 7:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 271 | 7:16 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 7:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 53 | 7:25 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 7:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 55 | 7:30 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 8:02 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 273 | 7:33 PM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 7:48 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 839 | 7:36 PM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 7:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 40 | 7:40 PM Kyoto Station | 0h29 | 8:09 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 721 | 7:43 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 7:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 55 | 7:46 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 8:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 275 | 7:52 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 8:06 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 57 | 8:00 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 8:32 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 79 | 8:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 8:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 42 | 8:11 PM Kyoto Station | 0h27 | 8:38 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 653 | 8:13 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 8:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 277 | 8:16 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 8:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 57 | 8:25 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 8:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Haruka 59 | 8:30 PM Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 9:02 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 279 | 8:33 PM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 8:48 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 44 | 8:40 PM Kyoto Station | 0h29 | 9:09 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 81 | 8:46 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 9:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 281 | 8:52 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 9:06 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 655 | 8:56 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 9:09 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 46 | 9:06 PM Kyoto Station | 0h28 | 9:34 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 59 | 9:07 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 9:21 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 657 | 9:13 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 9:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 283 | 9:16 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 9:29 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 83 | 9:22 PM Kyoto Station | 0h14 | 9:36 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 85 | 9:33 PM Kyoto Station | 0h15 | 9:48 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 659 | 9:50 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 10:03 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 87 | 9:53 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 10:06 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 285 | 10:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 10:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 48 | 10:03 PM Kyoto Station | 0h28 | 10:31 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 661 | 10:05 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 10:18 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 89 | 10:14 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 10:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 287 | 10:23 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 10:36 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 91 | 10:32 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 10:45 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 93 | 10:50 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 11:03 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thunderbird 50 | 11:01 PM Kyoto Station | 0h28 | 11:29 PM Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 663 | 11:02 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 11:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 95 | 11:05 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 11:18 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 289 | 11:15 PM Kyoto Station | 0h12 | 11:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 291 | 11:23 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 11:36 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 855 | 11:27 PM Kyoto Station | 0h12 | 11:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 293 | 11:32 PM Kyoto Station | 0h13 | 11:45 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kyoto to Osaka
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Trains from Kyoto to Osaka run on average 110 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 110 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 26 miles (43 km) distance in 13m.
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
Distance 26 miles (43 km) |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€8) |
Trains per day 110 |
Direct trains 110 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 5:45 AM |
Last train 11:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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
Train companies: JR West, JR Central from Kyoto to Osaka trainsJR West, JR Central trains will get you between Kyoto and Osaka from $8 (€8). 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
28m
Cheapest Price
$8 (€8)
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.
JR Central
About
Central Japan Railway Company (JR Central) is a leading railway operator in Japan's Chūbu region, established in 1987. Headquartered in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, JR Central is renowned for operating the Tōkaidō Shinkansen, the world's busiest high-speed rail line connecting Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka. The company manages approximately 1,970 kilometers of railway routes, including the Tōkaidō Main Line and several regional lines. Beyond transportation, JR Central engages in various businesses such as logistics, real estate, and retail, contributing significantly to the regional economy. With a commitment to safety, punctuality, and customer satisfaction, JR Central continues to play a pivotal role in Japan's transportation infrastructure.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
13m
Cheapest Price
$9 (€9)
Luggage included
Two carry-on items that each have a total length, width, and height within 250 centimeters (length up to two meters) and are within 30 kilograms in weight are allowed on board.
Additional luggage
Oversized baggage compartments are available on a first-come, first-served basis without a prior seat reservation.
Luggage storage
Oversized baggage compartments are located in the connecting passageways of 16-car trains and are clearly marked.
Cancellation Policy
A full refund is made of fares and charges when a trip is canceled.
Refund
A full refund is made of fares and charges when a trip is canceled.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Seat reservations can be made without additional payment.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchairs with a length and height within 120 centimeters and a width within 70 centimeters are allowed on board.
Bikes
Bicycles used for cycling and sports tournaments must be disassembled and placed in bike travel bags.
Pets
Small dogs, cats, birds, or similar small animals are allowed if they are in a case within 120 cm and the combined weight of the case and animal is within 10 kilograms.
Complete guide to Osaka
Things to do in Osaka
Discover the best of Osaka — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Osaka trip today.
- Recommended
The National Museum of Art, Osaka
Leading national art museum focused on contemporary works, noted for its striking underground galleries and major exhibitions.
- Recommended
Osaka City Museum of Fine Arts
Prestigious museum with rotating exhibitions from ancient to modern art, valued for breadth and architectural setting in Nakanoshima.
- Must visit
Dotonbori
Osaka’s famous canal-side entertainment area, known for neon signs, nightlife energy, and iconic city imagery at every turn.
- Must visit
Namba
Lively shopping and nightlife district mixing department stores, lanes, and food streets. Essential for experiencing modern urban Osaka.
- Must visit
Osaka Castle Park
Large central park around Osaka Castle with moats, gardens, and seasonal blossoms. Great for walking and classic city scenery.
Okonomiyaki
Savory wheat-flour pancakes mixed with cabbage and fillings, then grilled and topped with sauce. A signature Osaka comfort food tied to the city’s street-food culture.
Kushikatsu
Battered and deep-fried skewers of meat, seafood, or vegetables, served with a shared sauce. Shinsekai made this cheap, lively dish famous across Osaka.
Takoyaki
Ball-shaped snacks of batter with diced octopus, crisp outside and creamy inside, topped with sauce and bonito flakes. One of Osaka’s most iconic street foods.
Ajikitcho Bunbuan
Refined kaiseki restaurant with deep Osaka roots, showcasing seasonal Kansai cuisine in an elegant traditional setting.
Yaekatsu
Established kushikatsu restaurant in Shinsekai serving classic fried skewers in a nostalgic, old-Osaka atmosphere.
Mizuno
Historic Dotonbori specialist in okonomiyaki. Casual, busy, and ideal for trying Osaka’s most famous savory pancake in a classic setting.
Japanese yen (¥)
Moderate for Japan: lodging is mid-priced, casual meals are affordable, and transit is efficient but adds up for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- ¥800-1,200 for fast food or casual meals.
- Mid-range
- ¥2,000-4,000 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- ¥10,000+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- ¥350-600 for coffee.
Tipping culture
No tipping is expected in Japan. Do not tip in restaurants, taxis, or cafes; excellent service is included by default.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- ¥190
- Day pass
- ¥820
To the city center
Shin-Osaka Station -> Osaka Station
- Distance
- 3 km
- Travel time
- 4 min
- Osaka Metro and many buses accept ICOCA and other major IC cards; tap in and out at metro gates, and tap when boarding or alighting as instructed on buses.
- For unlimited Osaka Metro and city bus travel, the Osaka Metro 1-day pass costs ¥820 on weekdays and ¥620 on weekends and holidays.
Information about the Kyoto to Osaka train route
The Kyoto to Osaka train route is one of the most frequently traveled rail corridors in Japan, short, affordable, and served by multiple train options that make hopping between the two cities remarkably easy. Whether you are a first-time visitor discovering Japan's cultural heartland or a seasoned traveler moving between bases, this connection is one you are likely to use more than once.
Kyoto Station (Higashishiokoji Kamadacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture 600-8216) sits at the southern edge of the city and serves as the main departure point for services heading west toward Osaka. Osaka Station (3-1-1 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture 530-0001) places you directly in the heart of the Umeda district, one of the city's busiest commercial and entertainment hubs.
Trains on this route are frequent, reliable, and run throughout the day, giving travelers the freedom to plan their itinerary flexibly without worrying about missing a connection. The route is also one of the most competitive in Japan, with both JR and private railway options available, making it worth considering which service best suits your plans and budget.
We recommend using the JR Pass for traveling in trains all around Japan to save more money if you plan to do many trips. You can check the correct prices for every station or shinkansen connection in Omio's JR Pass information.
Kyoto to Osaka by train: what to expect on board
Traveling by train from Kyoto to Osaka is a smooth and comfortable experience, even for those doing it for the first time. The most common JR option on this route is the JR Special Rapid (Shinkaisoku) service on the JR Kyoto Line, which runs directly between Kyoto Station and Osaka Station without requiring any transfers.
Best seats for the ride
This is a short urban commuter-style journey rather than a scenic long-distance route, so seat selection matters less here than on longer Shinkansen rides. That said, window seats on either side offer pleasant views of the Kansai suburban landscape and occasional glimpses of the hills surrounding Kyoto as you leave the city. For a more relaxed ride, aim for seats toward the front or rear carriages, which tend to be quieter than the middle section during peak hours.
Tips for avoiding crowds
- The route is heavily used by both commuters and tourists, particularly in the morning (07:00–09:00) and early evening (17:00–20:00). If your schedule allows, traveling mid-morning or early afternoon will generally mean a more comfortable ride with a better chance of a seat.
- During cherry blossom season (late March to early May) and autumn foliage season (mid-October to late November), trains can be significantly busier than usual. Build in extra time and consider traveling slightly off-peak to avoid the heaviest crowds.
Best time of year to travel
- Spring (late March to early May): Both Kyoto and Osaka are at their most beautiful during cherry blossom season. This is also the busiest period, so expect packed trains and book accommodation well in advance.
- Autumn (October to November): Kyoto's maple and ginkgo foliage draws large numbers of visitors. The combination of Kyoto in autumn and Osaka's food and nightlife makes this one of the most popular times to travel between the two cities.
- Winter (December to February): Fewer tourists, quieter trains, and a noticeably more relaxed atmosphere at Kyoto's major temples and gardens. A great time to travel if you prefer a slower pace.
- Summer (July to August): Hot and humid, with Osaka in particular feeling intense during peak summer. The Gion Matsuri festival in Kyoto (July) brings significant crowds to the region during this period.
Getting to Osaka and beyond
Osaka Station is one of the best-connected transport hubs in western Japan, giving you excellent access to the rest of the city and the wider Kansai region the moment you step off the train.
Within Osaka
From Osaka Station, the city's subway network, local JR lines, and Hankyu and Hanshin private railways fan out across the metropolitan area. The Osaka Metro Midosuji Line, accessible via a short walk to the adjacent Umeda Station, runs directly through the city's main commercial corridors, connecting Umeda to Namba, Shinsaibashi, and Tennoji with ease. For visitors staying near Dotonbori or Namba, this is typically the most direct option.
Day trips and regional connections
Osaka's central position in the Kansai region makes it one of the most practical bases for exploring the area:
- Nara, around 45 minutes by the Kintetsu Nara Line from Osaka-Namba Station, or via JR from Osaka Station with a change.
- Kobe, approximately 20 to 30 minutes by the JR Kobe Line from Osaka Station, or via the Hankyu Kobe Line from Umeda.
- Hiroshima, around 1 hour 30 minutes by Nozomi Shinkansen from Shin-Osaka Station (JR Pass holders should use the Hikari or Sakura services).
- Kyoto, you will already know the way back, but it bears repeating: the frequency and ease of this connection make day-tripping between the two cities genuinely effortless.
If you are heading further west to Hiroshima or Hakata (Fukuoka), your JR Pass covers these connections from Shin-Osaka Station, which is one stop north of Osaka Station on the Midosuji subway line.
What to expect when you arrive in Osaka
Osaka Station is a large, modern rail terminal in the heart of the Umeda district, a dense, energetic area packed with department stores, underground shopping arcades, restaurants, and transport connections. The station building itself is topped by a striking roof canopy and connects seamlessly to the adjacent Hankyu and Hanshin railway terminals, making it one of the most efficient interchange hubs in Japan.
Practical information at the station
- Tourist information: The Osaka Visitor Information Center at Osaka Station is located on the first floor of the station building and provides maps, transport guidance, and sightseeing advice in multiple languages including English.
- Luggage storage: Coin lockers are available throughout the station in a range of sizes. Luggage forwarding (takuhaibin) services are also available if you want your bags sent directly to your hotel or next destination, a particularly useful option if you plan to explore Osaka before checking in.
- Currency and connectivity: Japan Post and 7-Eleven ATMs inside and around the station reliably accept international cards. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the station building, and the broader Umeda area has extensive coverage.
Arriving in Osaka for the first time
Osaka has a well-earned reputation as Japan's most food-obsessed city, and arriving at Osaka Station puts you within easy reach of some of its most celebrated neighborhoods. Dotonbori, with its canal-side restaurants and neon-lit street food stalls, is the most iconic introduction to Osaka's culinary culture and is around 15 minutes from Osaka Station by subway.
The city's layout can feel sprawling at first, but the Osaka Metro makes navigation straightforward once you identify which line serves your area. Picking up a printed map from the tourist information center on arrival is a practical first step, Osaka's neighborhoods each have a very distinct character, and understanding the layout early saves time later. Keep in mind that Shin-Osaka Station, the city's Shinkansen hub, is a separate station connected by subway, a detail that catches some first-time visitors off guard when planning onward journeys.
FAQs: Trains from Kyoto to Osaka
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kyoto 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 Kyoto 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 time to travel by train from Kyoto to Osaka is usually during quieter, off-peak periods. February is often a good month to find better-value tickets, and traveling midweek can also help.
The cheapest way to travel by train from Kyoto 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 Kyoto 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 Kyoto to Osaka is possible by train, with journey times of around 13m 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 Kyoto to Osaka. On this route, many services run without any changes, making it an easy trip by rail.
The average train journey from Kyoto to Osaka takes around 13m. Travel times can be longer on slower services or at busy times, so it’s worth checking options for your travel date.
Trains from Kyoto 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 Kyoto to Osaka. On this route, the Shinkansen offers the fastest and most frequent connections.
High-speed train tickets from Kyoto 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 Kyoto 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 Kyoto to Osaka can cost as little as $8 (€8) when booked in advance. The average ticket price is around $9 (€9), 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 Kyoto to Osaka are operated by JR West, JR Central. On this route, high-speed services are part of Japan Railways’ network.
Whether a rail pass is valid from Kyoto 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.
Trains from Kyoto to Osaka typically depart from Kyoto Station and arrive at Shin-Osaka Station, Osaka Station. In larger cities, there may be more than one station, so double-check the station name before you travel.
Suica is useful for local trains and subways, but it usually isn’t enough by itself for long-distance Shinkansen travel from Kyoto 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Kyoto to Osaka
Most Kyoto to Osaka trains use the Kyoto Station to Shin-Osaka Station station pair, with some services arriving at Osaka Station. Use this guide to compare Kyoto and Osaka train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Kyoto
Arrival train stations in Osaka
Which Kyoto station do trains to Osaka leave from?
Trains from Kyoto to Osaka leave from Kyoto Station. The station is 2 miles (4 km) from Kyoto city centre at Karasuma-dōri, Shimogyō-ku, Kyoto, Japan.
Kyoto StationKarasuma-dōri, Shimogyō-ku, Kyoto, Japan
City-centre transport
Getting to Kyoto Station from Kyoto city centre
Kyoto Station is 3 km from Kyoto city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainJR Sagano Line Rapid Service, Sagano Line Local, Hashidate, Kinosaki, [188384] Ltd. Exp Maizuru 4, [188391] Ltd. Exp Maizuru 2 · 6m · $1 · every ~19 min
Bus205 · 7m · $1 · every ~34 min
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SubwayK: Karasuma · 7m · $1 · every ~16 min
Kyoto Station train station facilities and services
Kyoto Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: A wide variety of dining options are available, including The Cube Gourmet Street on the 11th floor and Kyoto Ramen Koji on the 10th floor.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi is available in the JR areas of the station. ATMs are aTMs are available throughout the station, including a 24-hour ATM at the Post Office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kyoto Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kyoto Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kyoto Station: The station is equipped with elevators, escalators, and accessible restrooms to accommodate passengers with disabilities.
Which Osaka station do trains from Kyoto arrive at?
Trains from Kyoto to Osaka most often arrive at Shin-Osaka Station. Some services arrive at Osaka Station, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Osaka arrival station.
Shin-Osaka Station5-16-1 Nishi-nakajima, Yodogawa-ku, Osaka
City-centre transport
Getting to Shin-Osaka Station from Osaka city centre
Shin-Osaka Station is 4 km from Osaka city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainA: JR Kyōto Line Local, A: JR Kyōto Line Rapid, A: Special Rapid Service, HARUKA Kansai-Airport Express, Rakuraku Biwako, Konotori, Kuroshio, Rakuraku Harima, Super Hakuto, Thunderbird, Direct Rapid Service · 4m · $1 · every ~4 min
Bus9m · $20
SubwayMidosuji · 8m · $1 · every ~35 min
Shin-Osaka Station train station facilities and services
Shin-Osaka Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Eki Marche Shin-Osaka offers a variety of dining options, including local delicacies like takoyaki and bento boxes.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is generally reliable inside the Shinkansen ticketed area and in cafés. ATMs are seven Bank (inside Book Studio), Sumitomo Mitsui Bank (06:30-23:00), MUFG Bank (06:30-23:00).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Shin-Osaka Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Shin-Osaka Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shin-Osaka Station: Elevators and escalators are available; barrier-free access is provided.
Osaka Station1-1-3 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka, Japan
City-centre transport
Getting to Osaka Station from Osaka city centre
Osaka Station is 1 km from Osaka city centre. Public transport options include:
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Osaka Station train station facilities and services
Osaka Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: A wide variety of dining options are available, including Japanese, Western, and international cuisines.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the station complex. ATMs are aTMs are available throughout the station complex.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Osaka Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Osaka Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Osaka Station: The station is equipped with elevators, escalators, and ramps for accessibility.
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