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Fri, Aug 07
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Okayama to Osaka

Showing times and prices for Aug 07

Cheapest price

€33

Average price

€37

Fastest journey

44 m

Average duration

44 m

Trains per day

141

Distance

143 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Okayama to Osaka is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Okayama to Osaka will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.

Fast trains

Of the 141 trains that leave Okayama for Osaka on Fri, Aug 07, 141 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Aug 07 the direct trains cover the 143 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 44 m .

On Fri, Aug 07 the slowest trains will take 44 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.

  • JR WestSakura 770
    8:32 PM0h54
    Okayama Station
    9:26 PMShin-Osaka Station
    331One-way
    0 transfers
  • JR WestMizuho 600
    9:33 AM0h48
    Okayama Station
    10:21 AMShin-Osaka Station
    331One-way
    0 transfers
  • JR WestSakura 758
    5:14 PM0h45
    Okayama Station
    5:59 PMShin-Osaka Station
    331One-way
    0 transfers
  • JR WestSakura 752
    2:14 PM0h45
    Okayama Station
    2:59 PMShin-Osaka Station
    331One-way
    0 transfers
  • JR WestSakura 768
    7:33 PM0h48
    Okayama Station
    8:21 PMShin-Osaka Station
    331One-way
    0 transfers

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Live departures

Okayama to Osaka train times

The table below shows live departures for Okayama to Osaka trains for tomorrow, Saturday, August 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
JR WestNozomi 706:01 AM Okayama Station
0h48
6:49 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestKodama 9306:05 AM Okayama Station
0h59
7:04 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 726:18 AM Okayama Station
0h49
7:07 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 746:42 AM Okayama Station
0h46
7:28 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestKodama 9326:45 AM Okayama Station
1h02
7:47 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 767:06 AM Okayama Station
0h49
7:55 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestKodama 9347:14 AM Okayama Station
1h10
8:24 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 787:25 AM Okayama Station
0h48
8:13 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestHikari 7007:40 AM Okayama Station
1h06
8:46 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 27:44 AM Okayama Station
0h44
8:28 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 807:58 AM Okayama Station
0h45
8:43 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 828:07 AM Okayama Station
0h48
8:55 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestKodama 9368:10 AM Okayama Station
1h07
9:17 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 48:20 AM Okayama Station
0h44
9:04 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1168:29 AM Okayama Station
0h44
9:13 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 848:33 AM Okayama Station
0h49
9:22 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestHikari 7028:42 AM Okayama Station
1h04
9:46 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 868:46 AM Okayama Station
0h45
9:31 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7408:51 AM Okayama Station
0h46
9:37 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 68:58 AM Okayama Station
0h45
9:43 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 889:06 AM Okayama Station
0h49
9:55 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestHikari 7869:10 AM Okayama Station
0h49
9:59 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestKodama 9409:16 AM Okayama Station
1h09
10:25 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 89:20 AM Okayama Station
0h44
10:04 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1189:29 AM Okayama Station
0h44
10:13 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestMizuho 6009:33 AM Okayama Station
0h48
10:21 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestHikari 7049:36 AM Okayama Station
1h10
10:46 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 109:43 AM Okayama Station
0h45
10:28 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1229:52 AM Okayama Station
0h45
10:37 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 129:58 AM Okayama Station
0h45
10:43 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 12410:05 AM Okayama Station
0h50
10:55 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestKodama 94210:09 AM Okayama Station
1h16
11:25 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 74210:14 AM Okayama Station
0h45
10:59 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1410:20 AM Okayama Station
0h44
11:04 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 12610:29 AM Okayama Station
0h44
11:13 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestMizuho 60210:33 AM Okayama Station
0h48
11:21 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestHikari 70610:36 AM Okayama Station
1h10
11:46 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 9010:40 AM Okayama Station
0h48
11:28 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 12810:46 AM Okayama Station
0h45
11:31 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1610:58 AM Okayama Station
0h45
11:43 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 74411:14 AM Okayama Station
0h45
11:59 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1811:20 AM Okayama Station
0h44
12:04 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 78811:28 AM Okayama Station
0h57
12:25 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestMizuho 60411:33 AM Okayama Station
0h48
12:21 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestHikari 70811:36 AM Okayama Station
1h10
12:46 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 9211:40 AM Okayama Station
0h48
12:28 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 13611:46 AM Okayama Station
0h45
12:31 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 2011:58 AM Okayama Station
0h45
12:43 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 14012:05 PM Okayama Station
0h50
12:55 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 74612:14 PM Okayama Station
0h45
12:59 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 2212:20 PM Okayama Station
0h44
1:04 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 74812:33 PM Okayama Station
0h48
1:21 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestHikari 71012:36 PM Okayama Station
1h10
1:46 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 9412:40 PM Okayama Station
0h48
1:28 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 14412:46 PM Okayama Station
0h45
1:31 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 2412:58 PM Okayama Station
0h45
1:43 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1481:05 PM Okayama Station
0h50
1:55 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7501:14 PM Okayama Station
0h45
1:59 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 261:20 PM Okayama Station
0h44
2:04 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1501:28 PM Okayama Station
0h45
2:13 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestMizuho 6061:33 PM Okayama Station
0h48
2:21 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestHikari 7121:36 PM Okayama Station
1h10
2:46 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 961:40 PM Okayama Station
0h48
2:28 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1541:52 PM Okayama Station
0h45
2:37 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 281:58 PM Okayama Station
0h45
2:43 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1562:05 PM Okayama Station
0h50
2:55 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7522:14 PM Okayama Station
0h45
2:59 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 302:20 PM Okayama Station
0h44
3:04 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1582:28 PM Okayama Station
0h45
3:13 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7902:33 PM Okayama Station
0h48
3:21 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestHikari 7142:36 PM Okayama Station
1h10
3:46 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 982:40 PM Okayama Station
0h48
3:28 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1602:46 PM Okayama Station
0h45
3:31 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1622:52 PM Okayama Station
0h45
3:37 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 322:58 PM Okayama Station
0h45
3:43 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7543:14 PM Okayama Station
0h45
3:59 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 343:20 PM Okayama Station
0h44
4:04 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1683:28 PM Okayama Station
0h45
4:13 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestHikari 7163:36 PM Okayama Station
1h10
4:46 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1003:40 PM Okayama Station
0h48
4:28 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1703:46 PM Okayama Station
0h45
4:31 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1723:52 PM Okayama Station
0h45
4:37 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 363:58 PM Okayama Station
0h45
4:43 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1764:07 PM Okayama Station
0h48
4:55 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7564:14 PM Okayama Station
0h45
4:59 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 384:20 PM Okayama Station
0h44
5:04 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1784:28 PM Okayama Station
0h45
5:13 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7944:33 PM Okayama Station
0h48
5:21 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestHikari 7184:36 PM Okayama Station
1h10
5:46 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 404:40 PM Okayama Station
0h48
5:28 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1804:46 PM Okayama Station
0h45
5:31 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1024:52 PM Okayama Station
0h45
5:37 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 424:58 PM Okayama Station
0h45
5:43 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1825:05 PM Okayama Station
0h50
5:55 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestKodama 9565:10 PM Okayama Station
1h15
6:25 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7585:14 PM Okayama Station
0h45
5:59 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 445:20 PM Okayama Station
0h44
6:04 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1845:28 PM Okayama Station
0h45
6:13 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7605:33 PM Okayama Station
0h48
6:21 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestHikari 7205:36 PM Okayama Station
1h10
6:46 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 465:40 PM Okayama Station
0h48
6:28 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1865:46 PM Okayama Station
0h45
6:31 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1045:52 PM Okayama Station
0h45
6:37 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 485:58 PM Okayama Station
0h45
6:43 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1886:05 PM Okayama Station
0h50
6:55 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestKodama 9586:10 PM Okayama Station
1h15
7:25 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7626:14 PM Okayama Station
0h45
6:59 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 506:20 PM Okayama Station
0h44
7:04 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1906:28 PM Okayama Station
0h45
7:13 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7646:33 PM Okayama Station
0h48
7:21 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestHikari 7226:36 PM Okayama Station
1h10
7:46 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 526:40 PM Okayama Station
0h48
7:28 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1926:46 PM Okayama Station
0h45
7:31 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1946:52 PM Okayama Station
0h45
7:37 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 546:58 PM Okayama Station
0h45
7:43 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1967:06 PM Okayama Station
0h50
7:56 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestKodama 9607:10 PM Okayama Station
1h15
8:25 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7667:14 PM Okayama Station
0h45
7:59 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 567:20 PM Okayama Station
0h44
8:04 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1987:28 PM Okayama Station
0h45
8:13 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7687:33 PM Okayama Station
0h48
8:21 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 587:42 PM Okayama Station
0h49
8:31 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 2007:52 PM Okayama Station
0h45
8:37 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 608:01 PM Okayama Station
0h45
8:46 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestMizuho 6088:05 PM Okayama Station
0h45
8:50 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestKodama 9628:08 PM Okayama Station
1h10
9:18 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 2028:13 PM Okayama Station
0h45
8:58 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 628:20 PM Okayama Station
0h44
9:04 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 2048:28 PM Okayama Station
0h45
9:13 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7708:32 PM Okayama Station
0h54
9:26 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 648:37 PM Okayama Station
0h44
9:21 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestMizuho 6108:53 PM Okayama Station
0h44
9:37 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7969:01 PM Okayama Station
0h49
9:50 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1069:13 PM Okayama Station
0h45
9:58 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestKodama 9669:17 PM Okayama Station
1h03
10:20 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestMizuho 6129:30 PM Okayama Station
0h46
10:16 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1089:44 PM Okayama Station
0h44
10:28 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 77210:05 PM Okayama Station
0h48
10:53 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestKodama 97010:18 PM Okayama Station
1h00
11:18 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestHikari 68210:41 PM Okayama Station
0h51
11:32 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestMizuho 61410:48 PM Okayama Station
0h49
11:37 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
Saturday, August 8
JR WestNozomi 706:01 AM Okayama Station
0h48
6:49 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestKodama 9306:05 AM Okayama Station
0h59
7:04 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 726:18 AM Okayama Station
0h49
7:07 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 746:42 AM Okayama Station
0h46
7:28 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestKodama 9326:45 AM Okayama Station
1h02
7:47 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1106:54 AM Okayama Station
0h49
7:43 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 767:06 AM Okayama Station
0h49
7:55 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestKodama 9347:14 AM Okayama Station
1h10
8:24 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 787:25 AM Okayama Station
0h48
8:13 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestHikari 7007:40 AM Okayama Station
1h06
8:46 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 27:44 AM Okayama Station
0h44
8:28 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1147:52 AM Okayama Station
0h45
8:37 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 807:58 AM Okayama Station
0h45
8:43 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 828:07 AM Okayama Station
0h48
8:55 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestKodama 9368:10 AM Okayama Station
1h07
9:17 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 48:20 AM Okayama Station
0h44
9:04 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1168:29 AM Okayama Station
0h44
9:13 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 848:33 AM Okayama Station
0h49
9:22 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestHikari 7028:42 AM Okayama Station
1h04
9:46 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 868:46 AM Okayama Station
0h45
9:31 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7408:51 AM Okayama Station
0h46
9:37 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 68:58 AM Okayama Station
0h45
9:43 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 889:06 AM Okayama Station
0h49
9:55 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7869:10 AM Okayama Station
0h49
9:59 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestKodama 9409:16 AM Okayama Station
1h09
10:25 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 89:20 AM Okayama Station
0h44
10:04 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1189:29 AM Okayama Station
0h44
10:13 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestMizuho 6009:33 AM Okayama Station
0h48
10:21 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestHikari 7049:36 AM Okayama Station
1h10
10:46 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 109:43 AM Okayama Station
0h45
10:28 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1209:46 AM Okayama Station
0h45
10:31 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1229:52 AM Okayama Station
0h45
10:37 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 129:58 AM Okayama Station
0h45
10:43 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 12410:05 AM Okayama Station
0h50
10:55 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestKodama 94210:09 AM Okayama Station
1h16
11:25 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 74210:14 AM Okayama Station
0h45
10:59 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1410:20 AM Okayama Station
0h44
11:04 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 12610:29 AM Okayama Station
0h44
11:13 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestMizuho 60210:33 AM Okayama Station
0h48
11:21 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestHikari 70610:36 AM Okayama Station
1h10
11:46 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 9010:40 AM Okayama Station
0h48
11:28 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 12810:46 AM Okayama Station
0h45
11:31 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 13010:52 AM Okayama Station
0h45
11:37 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1610:58 AM Okayama Station
0h45
11:43 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 13211:05 AM Okayama Station
0h50
11:55 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 74411:14 AM Okayama Station
0h45
11:59 AM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1811:20 AM Okayama Station
0h44
12:04 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 78811:28 AM Okayama Station
0h57
12:25 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestMizuho 60411:33 AM Okayama Station
0h48
12:21 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestHikari 70811:36 AM Okayama Station
1h10
12:46 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 9211:40 AM Okayama Station
0h48
12:28 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 13611:46 AM Okayama Station
0h45
12:31 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 2011:58 AM Okayama Station
0h45
12:43 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 14012:05 PM Okayama Station
0h50
12:55 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 74612:14 PM Okayama Station
0h45
12:59 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 2212:20 PM Okayama Station
0h44
1:04 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 74812:33 PM Okayama Station
0h48
1:21 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestHikari 71012:36 PM Okayama Station
1h10
1:46 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 9412:40 PM Okayama Station
0h48
1:28 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 14412:46 PM Okayama Station
0h45
1:31 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 14612:52 PM Okayama Station
0h45
1:37 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 2412:58 PM Okayama Station
0h45
1:43 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1481:05 PM Okayama Station
0h50
1:55 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7501:14 PM Okayama Station
0h45
1:59 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 261:20 PM Okayama Station
0h44
2:04 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestMizuho 6061:33 PM Okayama Station
0h48
2:21 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestHikari 7121:36 PM Okayama Station
1h10
2:46 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 961:40 PM Okayama Station
0h48
2:28 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1541:52 PM Okayama Station
0h45
2:37 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 281:58 PM Okayama Station
0h45
2:43 PM Shin-Osaka Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1562:05 PM Okayama Station
0h50
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Overview: Train from Okayama to Osaka

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Trains from Okayama to Osaka run on average 152 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €31 if you book in advance.

There are 152 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:36, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 88 miles (143 km) distance in 46m.

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
88 miles (143 km)
Average train duration
48m
Cheapest ticket price
€31
Trains per day
152
Direct trains
152
Fastest train
46m
First train
12:36 AM
Last train
11:51 PM
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
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 from Okayama to Osaka trainsJR West trains will get you between Okayama and Osaka from €31. 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
46m
Cheapest Price
€34
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.

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Things to do in Osaka

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Osaka Museum of History

Major history museum explaining Osaka’s development from ancient times to today, with city views beside Osaka Castle.

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The National Museum of Art, Osaka

Leading national art museum focused on contemporary works, noted for its striking underground galleries and major exhibitions.

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Osaka City Museum of Fine Arts

Prestigious museum with rotating exhibitions from ancient to modern art, valued for breadth and architectural setting in Nakanoshima.

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.

Information about the Okayama to Osaka train route

The Okayama to Osaka train route is one of the most convenient connections along Japan's celebrated Sanyo Shinkansen and Tokaido Shinkansen corridor, linking two of western Japan's most important cities with speed and ease. Okayama Station (located at 1-1 Ekimotomachi, Kita-ku, Okayama City, Okayama Prefecture 700-0024) sits at a strategic crossroads of the Shinkansen network, while Osaka Station (3-1-1 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture 530-0001) places you right in the heart of one of Japan's most vibrant urban centers.

The route is well served by Shinkansen bullet train services, making the okayama to osaka by train journey remarkably quick and comfortable. The Nozomi, Hikari, and Kodama Shinkansen all operate along this corridor, stopping at Shin-Osaka Station, the main Shinkansen terminus for the Osaka area, just a short hop from Osaka Station itself via the JR Kyoto Line or Osaka Metro.

Beyond speed, one of the great advantages of this route is its position within Japan's broader rail network. Okayama serves as a gateway to destinations such as Hiroshima to the west and Kurashiki just nearby, while Osaka connects you instantly to Kyoto, Kobe, and Nara. Whether you are traveling for a quick day trip or as part of a longer Japan itinerary, the shinkansen from okayama to osaka is one of the most reliable and enjoyable ways to move between these two cities.

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.

Okayama to Osaka by train: what to expect on board

Traveling on the okayama to osaka bullet train is a smooth, fuss-free experience typical of Japan's Shinkansen network. Shinkansen platforms at Okayama Station are clearly marked in English and located within the main station building, making boarding straightforward even for first-time visitors to Japan.

Seating options

  • Ordinary Car (standard class), comfortable reclining seats with adequate legroom for the relatively short journey. More than sufficient for most travelers.
  • Green Car (first class), wider seats, additional legroom, and a noticeably quieter carriage. A worthwhile upgrade if you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere or are traveling with extra luggage.
  • Gran Class, available on select services, offering premium seat configurations and attentive on-board service for those seeking the full Shinkansen luxury experience.

Best seats for the view

The landscape between Okayama and Osaka is a compelling mix of coastal scenery, mountain backdrops, and urban sprawl. For the best views:

  • Sit on the left-hand side of the train (A window seats) when traveling from Okayama toward Osaka to catch glimpses of the Seto Inland Sea and its island-dotted horizon as you depart Okayama.
  • On clear days, the scenery around Himeji is particularly striking, look out for Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which appears briefly on the right-hand side of the train (E window seats) as you pass through.

On-board tips

The Shinkansen prides itself on punctuality, cleanliness, and quiet. Conversations are kept low, phone calls are discouraged in the carriages, and the overall atmosphere is calm and orderly, a sharp contrast to busier commuter lines. A trolley service passes through selling drinks and light snacks, but picking up an ekiben (station bento box) or snacks from one of Okayama Station's well-stocked shops before boarding is the more enjoyable option and a deeply Japanese travel ritual worth embracing.

Best time of year to travel

  • Spring (late March to early May): Cherry blossom season transforms both Okayama's Korakuen Garden and Osaka's Osaka Castle Park into spectacular destinations. This is peak travel season, so booking train seats in advance is strongly advised.
  • Autumn (mid-October to late November): Autumn foliage season brings warm colors to the region. Okayama's castle grounds and Osaka's Minoo Park are particularly beautiful. Expect busy trains on weekends.
  • Winter (December to February): Fewer tourists, less crowding on trains, and crisp, clear days that make city sightseeing very pleasant. A great time to explore Osaka's renowned food scene without the usual queues.
  • Summer (July to August): Hot and humid, but Osaka's summer festivals, including the famous Tenjin Matsuri in late July, draw large crowds. The Obon period in mid-August sees trains at their busiest across all routes in Japan.

Getting to Osaka and beyond

Shin-Osaka Station, where most Shinkansen services arrive from Okayama, is seamlessly connected to the broader Osaka transport network, making onward travel across the city and the wider Kansai region effortless.

From Shin-Osaka to Osaka Station

Shin-Osaka Station is linked to Osaka Station (in the Umeda district) via the JR Kyoto Line, with trains running frequently and taking just a few minutes. The Osaka Metro Midosuji Line also connects the two stations and provides access to destinations throughout the city, including Namba, Shinsaibashi, and Tennoji.

Within Osaka

Osaka's public transport system is one of the most comprehensive in Japan. The Osaka Metro network covers the entire city efficiently, while JR lines and private railways such as the Hankyu and Nankai lines extend to the suburbs and neighboring cities. A day pass for the Osaka Metro is a practical and cost-effective option for visitors planning to cover multiple areas of the city in a single day.

Day trips and regional connections from Osaka

Osaka's position at the heart of the Kansai region makes it one of Japan's best bases for day trips:

  • Kyoto, approximately 15 minutes by Nozomi Shinkansen or around 30 minutes by the affordable Hankyu Railway from Umeda.
  • Nara, roughly 45 minutes by the Kintetsu Nara Line from Osaka Namba Station, or around 50 minutes by JR from Osaka Station.
  • Kobe, approximately 20 minutes by the JR Kobe Line from Osaka Station, making it one of the easiest half-day trips in the region.
  • Hiroshima, around 1 hour and 30 minutes by Nozomi Shinkansen from Shin-Osaka (JR Pass holders should look for Hikari or Sakura services on this leg).

Your JR Pass remains valid across the Shinkansen network and many JR local lines in the Kansai region, making Osaka an excellent hub for exploring western Japan.

What to expect when you arrive in Osaka

Whether your Shinkansen arrives at Shin-Osaka Station or you connect onward to Osaka Station in Umeda, arriving in Osaka is an energetic and welcoming experience. Shin-Osaka Station is a large and well-organized hub with clear English signage throughout, making navigation easy from the moment you step off the train.

Practical information at the station

  • Tourist information: A tourist information desk is available at Shin-Osaka Station, offering maps, transport guidance, and attraction recommendations in multiple languages. The Osaka Visitor Information Center at Osaka Station (Umeda) is also an excellent resource for planning your stay.
  • Luggage storage: Coin lockers in a variety of sizes are available at both Shin-Osaka and Osaka stations. For bulkier luggage, takuhaibin (luggage forwarding) services allow you to send bags directly to your hotel or onward destination, a practical choice if you want to explore the city hands-free on arrival.
  • Currency and connectivity: Japan Post and 7-Eleven ATMs at both stations reliably accept international cards. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the station buildings, and IC cards such as ICOCA, purchasable at ticket machines at Shin-Osaka, can be used across virtually all public transport in the Kansai region.

Arriving in Osaka for the first time

Osaka has a well-earned reputation as Japan's most food-obsessed city, and the area around Dotonbori in Namba is the most famous starting point for culinary exploration. The city is also home to Osaka Castle, the vibrant shopping streets of Shinsaibashi, and the atmospheric neighborhoods of Shinsekai and Tennoji.

Unlike Kyoto's temple-heavy itinerary or Tokyo's sprawling scale, Osaka rewards spontaneous wandering. The locals, famously outgoing and proud of their city, are generally happy to help visitors find their bearings. If you arrive in the evening, the neon-lit canal area of Dotonbori is an unmissable first impression of one of Asia's most dynamic cities.

FAQs: Trains from Okayama to Osaka

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Okayama 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.

FAQs
Yes. You can buy tickets online for trains from Okayama 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 Okayama 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 Okayama 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 Okayama to Osaka is possible by train, with journey times of around 46m 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 Okayama to Osaka. On this route, many services run without any changes, making it an easy trip by rail.
The average train journey from Okayama to Osaka takes around 46m. Travel times can be longer on slower services or at busy times, so it’s worth checking options for your travel date.
Trains from Okayama 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 Okayama to Osaka. On this route, the Shinkansen offers the fastest and most frequent connections.
High-speed train tickets from Okayama 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 Okayama 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 Okayama to Osaka can cost as little as €31 when booked in advance. The average ticket price is around €34, 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 Okayama 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 Okayama 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 Okayama to Osaka typically depart from Okayama Station and arrive at Shin-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 Okayama 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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Popular train stations from Okayama to Osaka

Most Okayama to Osaka trains use the Okayama Station to Shin-Osaka Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Okayama and Osaka train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Okayama
Arrival train stations in Osaka
Okayama Station1-1 Ekimotomachi, Kita Ward, Okayama, 700-0024, JapanAccessibility

Okayama Station train station facilities and services

Okayama Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Okayama Station: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.

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