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Discover the Japan Rail PassThe cheapest and fastest trains from Shinagawa to Osaka
Showing times and prices for Jul 08
Cheapest price
$97
Average price
$100
Fastest journey
2 h 14 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
120
Distance
398 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Shinagawa to Osaka is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Shinagawa to Osaka will cost around $100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $97.
Fast trains
Of the 120 trains that leave Shinagawa for Osaka on Wed, Jul 08, 120 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 08 the direct trains cover the 398 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 14 m .
On Wed, Jul 08 the slowest trains will take 2 h 17 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.
Hikari 6535:40 PM2h47Shinagawa Station8:27 PMShin-Osaka Station$971One-way0 transfers- Hikari 7194:10 PM2h47Shinagawa Station6:57 PMShin-Osaka Station$971One-way0 transfers
- Hikari 63910:40 AM2h47Shinagawa Station1:27 PMShin-Osaka Station$971One-way0 transfers
- Hikari 6493:40 PM2h47Shinagawa Station6:27 PMShin-Osaka Station$971One-way0 transfers
- Hikari 7131:10 PM2h47Shinagawa Station3:57 PMShin-Osaka Station$971One-way0 transfers
- Nozomi 2939:31 PM2h14Shinagawa Station11:45 PMShin-Osaka Station$1011One-way0 transfers
- Nozomi 16:07 AM2h15Shinagawa Station8:22 AMShin-Osaka Station$1011One-way0 transfers
- Nozomi 996:00 AM2h16Shinagawa Station8:16 AMShin-Osaka Station$1011One-way0 transfers
- Nozomi 918:28 PM2h17Shinagawa Station10:45 PMShin-Osaka Station$1011One-way0 transfers
- Nozomi 2919:19 PM2h17Shinagawa Station11:36 PMShin-Osaka Station$1011One-way0 transfers
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Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Shinagawa to Osaka
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shinagawa to Osaka among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a train costs an average of $96.
Distance: 247 miles (398 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$102 Average price | $70 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest |
2h 59m Average total duration 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 30m Average total duration 9h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Shinagawa to Osaka is a bus with an average price of $50 (€41).
This is compared to other travel options from Shinagawa to Osaka:
A bus is $20 (€17) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Shinagawa to Osaka costing on average $70 (€58).
A bus is $52 (€43) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Shinagawa to Osaka costing on average $102 (€84).
The fastest way to travel from Shinagawa to Osaka is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 20m.
Other travel options to Osaka take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 29m.
Bus takes on average 9h 0m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Shinagawa and Osaka including taking a train, flight, and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Shinagawa to Osaka among Omio's users.
Live departures
Shinagawa to Osaka train times
The table below shows live departures for Shinagawa to Osaka trains for tomorrow, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nozomi 99 | 6:00 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h16 | 8:16 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 1 | 6:07 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h15 | 8:22 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 3 | 6:22 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h17 | 8:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 631 | 6:28 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h53 | 9:21 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 5 | 6:40 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 9:00 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 231 | 6:49 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h17 | 9:06 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 7 | 6:55 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 9:15 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 803 | 7:04 AM Shinagawa Station | 3h47 | 10:51 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 233 | 7:07 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 9:27 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 701 | 7:10 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 9:57 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 9 | 7:19 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 9:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 235 | 7:28 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 9:48 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 11 | 7:37 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 10:00 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 633 | 7:43 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h44 | 10:27 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 237 | 7:46 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 10:06 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 13 | 7:55 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 10:15 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 807 | 8:04 AM Shinagawa Station | 3h47 | 11:51 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 61 | 8:07 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 10:30 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 703 | 8:10 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 10:57 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 15 | 8:19 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 10:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 239 | 8:28 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 10:48 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 17 | 8:37 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 11:00 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 635 | 8:40 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 11:27 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 241 | 8:46 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 11:06 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 63 | 8:55 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 11:15 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 811 | 9:04 AM Shinagawa Station | 3h47 | 12:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 243 | 9:07 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 11:30 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 705 | 9:10 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 11:57 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 245 | 9:17 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h19 | 11:36 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 19 | 9:19 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 11:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 247 | 9:28 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 11:48 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 21 | 9:37 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 12:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 637 | 9:43 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h44 | 12:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 249 | 9:46 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 12:06 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 65 | 9:55 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 12:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 815 | 10:04 AM Shinagawa Station | 3h47 | 1:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 251 | 10:07 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 12:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 707 | 10:10 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 12:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 23 | 10:19 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 12:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 253 | 10:28 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 12:48 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 25 | 10:37 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 1:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 639 | 10:40 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 1:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 67 | 10:55 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 1:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 819 | 11:04 AM Shinagawa Station | 3h47 | 2:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 255 | 11:07 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 1:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 709 | 11:10 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 1:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 27 | 11:19 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 1:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 29 | 11:37 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 2:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 641 | 11:40 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 2:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 69 | 11:55 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 2:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 823 | 12:04 PM Shinagawa Station | 3h47 | 3:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 257 | 12:07 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 2:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 711 | 12:10 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 2:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 31 | 12:19 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 2:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 33 | 12:37 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 3:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 643 | 12:40 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 3:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 71 | 12:55 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 3:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 827 | 1:04 PM Shinagawa Station | 3h47 | 4:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 259 | 1:07 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 3:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 713 | 1:10 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 3:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 35 | 1:19 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 3:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 37 | 1:37 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 4:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 645 | 1:40 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 4:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 73 | 1:55 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 4:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 831 | 2:04 PM Shinagawa Station | 3h47 | 5:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 261 | 2:07 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 4:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 715 | 2:10 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 4:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 39 | 2:19 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 4:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 41 | 2:37 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 5:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 647 | 2:40 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 5:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 75 | 2:55 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 5:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 835 | 3:04 PM Shinagawa Station | 3h47 | 6:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 263 | 3:07 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 5:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 717 | 3:10 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 5:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 43 | 3:19 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 5:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 45 | 3:37 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 6:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 649 | 3:40 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 6:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 265 | 3:46 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 6:06 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 77 | 3:55 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 6:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 839 | 4:04 PM Shinagawa Station | 3h47 | 7:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 267 | 4:07 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 6:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 719 | 4:10 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 6:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 47 | 4:19 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 6:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 49 | 4:37 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 7:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 651 | 4:40 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 7:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 269 | 4:46 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 7:06 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 51 | 4:55 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 7:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 271 | 5:07 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 7:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 721 | 5:10 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 7:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 53 | 5:19 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 7:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 273 | 5:28 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 7:48 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 55 | 5:37 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 8:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 653 | 5:40 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 8:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 275 | 5:46 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 8:06 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 79 | 5:55 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 8:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 277 | 6:07 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 8:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 655 | 6:10 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h59 | 9:09 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 57 | 6:19 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 8:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 279 | 6:28 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 8:48 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 81 | 6:37 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 9:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 657 | 6:40 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 9:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 281 | 6:46 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 9:06 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 59 | 6:59 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h22 | 9:21 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 283 | 7:07 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h22 | 9:29 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 659 | 7:10 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h53 | 10:03 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 83 | 7:17 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h19 | 9:36 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 85 | 7:28 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 9:48 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 661 | 7:37 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h41 | 10:18 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 87 | 7:46 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 10:06 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 285 | 7:55 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 10:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 855 | 8:04 PM Shinagawa Station | 3h35 | 11:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 89 | 8:07 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 10:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 287 | 8:17 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h19 | 10:36 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 663 | 8:19 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h56 | 11:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 91 | 8:28 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h17 | 10:45 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 93 | 8:46 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h17 | 11:03 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 95 | 9:01 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h17 | 11:18 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 289 | 9:10 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h17 | 11:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 291 | 9:19 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h17 | 11:36 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 293 | 9:31 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h14 | 11:45 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 99 | 6:00 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h16 | 8:16 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 1 | 6:07 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h15 | 8:22 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 3 | 6:22 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h17 | 8:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 631 | 6:28 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h53 | 9:21 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 5 | 6:40 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 9:00 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 231 | 6:49 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h17 | 9:06 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 7 | 6:55 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 9:15 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 803 | 7:04 AM Shinagawa Station | 3h47 | 10:51 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 233 | 7:07 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 9:27 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 701 | 7:10 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 9:57 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 9 | 7:19 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 9:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 235 | 7:28 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 9:48 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 11 | 7:37 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 10:00 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 633 | 7:43 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h44 | 10:27 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 237 | 7:46 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 10:06 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 13 | 7:55 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 10:15 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 807 | 8:04 AM Shinagawa Station | 3h47 | 11:51 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 61 | 8:07 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 10:30 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 703 | 8:10 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 10:57 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 15 | 8:19 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 10:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 239 | 8:28 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 10:48 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 17 | 8:37 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 11:00 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 635 | 8:40 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 11:27 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 241 | 8:46 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 11:06 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 63 | 8:55 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 11:15 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 811 | 9:04 AM Shinagawa Station | 3h47 | 12:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 243 | 9:07 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 11:30 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 705 | 9:10 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 11:57 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 245 | 9:17 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h19 | 11:36 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 19 | 9:19 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 11:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 247 | 9:28 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 11:48 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 21 | 9:37 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 12:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 637 | 9:43 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h44 | 12:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 249 | 9:46 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 12:06 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 65 | 9:55 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 12:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 815 | 10:04 AM Shinagawa Station | 3h47 | 1:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 251 | 10:07 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 12:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 707 | 10:10 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 12:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 23 | 10:19 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 12:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 253 | 10:28 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 12:48 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 25 | 10:37 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 1:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 639 | 10:40 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 1:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 67 | 10:55 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 1:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 819 | 11:04 AM Shinagawa Station | 3h47 | 2:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 255 | 11:07 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 1:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 709 | 11:10 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 1:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 27 | 11:19 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 1:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 29 | 11:37 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 2:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 641 | 11:40 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 2:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 69 | 11:55 AM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 2:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 823 | 12:04 PM Shinagawa Station | 3h47 | 3:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 257 | 12:07 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 2:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 711 | 12:10 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 2:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 31 | 12:19 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 2:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 33 | 12:37 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 3:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 643 | 12:40 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 3:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 71 | 12:55 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 3:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 827 | 1:04 PM Shinagawa Station | 3h47 | 4:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 259 | 1:07 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 3:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 713 | 1:10 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 3:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 35 | 1:19 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h20 | 3:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 37 | 1:37 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h23 | 4:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 645 | 1:40 PM Shinagawa Station | 2h47 | 4:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Shinagawa to Osaka
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Trains from Shinagawa to Osaka run on average 177 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $96 (€79) but you can travel from only $42 (€35) by bus.
There are 177 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 21:24. The fastest train covers the 247 miles (398 km) distance in 2h 27m.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $42 (€35)
Distance 247 miles (398 km) |
Average train duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $96 (€79) |
Trains per day 177 |
Direct trains 177 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 9:24 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
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Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $42 (€35)
Train companies: JR Central, JR West from Shinagawa to Osaka trainsJR Central, JR West trains will get you between Shinagawa and Osaka from $42 (€35). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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
2h 27m
Cheapest Price
$97 (€79)
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.
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
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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.
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
National Museum of Art, Osaka
A major contemporary art museum with rotating exhibitions and a distinctive subterranean design near Nakanoshima.
- Recommended
Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka
A prominent newer museum with modern and contemporary art, design, and photography exhibitions in a striking black cube building.
- Must visit
Dotonbori
Osaka’s most famous entertainment district, known for neon signs, canal views, and nonstop urban energy.
- Must visit
Shinsekai
A retro neighborhood centered on Tsutenkaku, loved for its old-school Osaka atmosphere and vivid street scenes.
- Must visit
Osaka Castle Park
A large public park around Osaka Castle, especially popular during cherry blossom season and for city walks.
Takoyaki
Osaka’s signature street snack of wheat-flour batter balls filled with octopus, grilled in molded pans and topped with sauce, mayonnaise, seaweed, and bonito flakes.
Okonomiyaki
A savory pancake strongly associated with Osaka, made with cabbage and batter, then cooked with ingredients such as pork or seafood and finished with rich sauce.
Kushikatsu
Deep-fried skewers of meat, seafood, and vegetables coated in breadcrumbs, a classic casual dish linked to Osaka’s Shinsekai area.
Hajime
Internationally acclaimed fine-dining restaurant serving highly creative modern cuisine with meticulous presentation and an elegant atmosphere.
Harukoma
Popular local sushi restaurant known for high-quality, affordable Edomae-style sushi and a bustling, no-frills atmosphere.
Mizuno
Well-known Dotonbori okonomiyaki restaurant with a long history, famous for Osaka-style savory pancakes and a lively, traditional atmosphere.
Japanese Yen
Moderate for Japan: casual food is affordable, while hotels in central areas and fine dining cost more.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- JPY 700-1,200 for ramen or set meals.
- Mid-range
- JPY 2,000-4,000 per person.
- Fine dining
- JPY 10,000+ per person.
- Coffee
- JPY 300-600 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is not expected and can feel awkward. Good service is included. Do not leave cash on tables; round-up is uncommon for taxis too.
Osaka Metro Group
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Prices
- Single ticket
- JPY 190
- Day pass
- JPY 820
To the city center
Shin-Osaka Station, Osaka -> Osaka Station, Osaka
- Distance
- 4 km
- Travel time
- 4 min
- Use an IC card such as ICOCA for seamless travel across Osaka Metro, JR, and most buses and private railways.
- On Osaka city buses, contactless card payment is generally available, but carrying an IC card is still the easiest option.
Information about the Shinagawa to Osaka train route
The Shinagawa to Osaka train route is one of the most travelled rail corridors in Japan, linking one of Tokyo's busiest transit hubs directly to the heart of Japan's second-largest metropolitan area. Shinagawa Station, located at 3-26-25 Takanawa, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-0074, sits on the Tokaido Shinkansen line and serves as a key southern departure point for bullet train services heading west, often preferred by travelers staying in central or southern Tokyo who want to skip the extra stop at Tokyo Station. Osaka Station, at 3-1-1 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture 530-0001, places you directly in the city's commercial and cultural core, within easy reach of Namba, Dotonbori, and the wider Kansai region.
The Tokaido Shinkansen is the backbone of this connection, and the route passes through some of Japan's most recognizable landscapes, including the possibility of a clear view of Mount Fuji on a good day. It is worth noting that Osaka Station and Shin-Osaka Station are two distinct stops: most Shinkansen services arrive at Shin-Osaka, which connects to Osaka Station via the Midosuji subway line or the JR Kyoto Line in just a few minutes. Some travelers choose to alight at Shin-Osaka and use local transport to reach their final destination across the city.
The Hikari Shinkansen is generally the recommended service for JR Pass holders on this route, as the fastest Nozomi services are not covered by the standard JR Pass. The Hikari makes a small number of additional stops but remains an exceptionally fast and comfortable way to make the journey.
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.
Shinagawa to Osaka by train: what to expect on board
Boarding the Shinkansen at Shinagawa is a smooth and well-organized experience. The station has dedicated Shinkansen platforms clearly marked in English and Japanese, with platform-level signage indicating carriage positions so you can line up precisely where your reserved seat will be. Trains run with exceptional punctuality, delays of even a few minutes are genuinely rare.
Seating options
- Ordinary (standard) class, comfortable, spacious seating with ample legroom by international standards. A perfectly good choice for the full journey.
- Green Car (first class), wider seats, a quieter carriage, and a more relaxed atmosphere. A worthwhile upgrade if you prefer extra comfort on a longer trip.
- Gran Class, available on select services, offering premium reclining seats and on-board hospitality. The most indulgent way to make the journey if budget is not a concern.
Best seats for the view
The chance to spot Mount Fuji is one of the most memorable aspects of traveling this route. To give yourself the best chance:
- Sit on the right-hand side of the train (D or E window seats) when traveling from Shinagawa toward Osaka.
- The mountain typically comes into view around 30 to 40 minutes into the journey, in the area between Shin-Yokohama and Shizuoka.
- Clear winter mornings between October and February offer the sharpest views, when the summit is snow-capped and the air is at its clearest.
On-board experience
The Shinkansen sets a high standard for comfort, cleanliness, and quiet. A trolley service passes through the carriages offering drinks, snacks, and hot meals, but seasoned travelers will tell you the far better option is to pick up an ekiben (a station bento box) from one of the vendors inside Shinagawa Station before boarding. The selection is excellent, and eating on the Shinkansen is one of those small pleasures that makes the journey feel distinctly Japanese.
Best time of year to travel
- Spring (late March to early May): Cherry blossom season transforms Osaka and the wider Kansai region. This is peak travel season, so booking in advance is essential.
- Autumn (mid-October to late November): Autumn foliage brings vivid color to Osaka's parks and surrounding areas. Demand is high during this period, particularly on weekends.
- Winter (December to February): Quieter and often cheaper, with the added bonus of excellent Mount Fuji visibility on clear days.
- Summer (July to August): Hot, humid, and busy, the Obon holiday period in mid-August is one of the most congested times of year across the entire Shinkansen network. If traveling in summer, book early and travel outside peak hours where possible.
Getting to Osaka and beyond
Osaka is one of the best-connected cities in Japan, and arriving by Shinkansen puts you within easy reach of the entire Kansai region and beyond.
Within Osaka
From Shin-Osaka Station, the Midosuji subway line runs directly to Osaka Station (Umeda) in around four minutes, making the transfer seamless. From Osaka Station itself, the city's extensive subway, JR, and private rail networks fan out across all major neighborhoods, including Namba, Tennoji, and Osaka Bay. The ICOCA card (a rechargeable IC card) is the most convenient way to pay for local transport across Osaka and works on virtually all urban rail and bus services throughout Kansai.
Day trips and regional connections
Osaka's location at the heart of the Kansai region makes it an outstanding base for day trips:
- Kyoto, around 15 minutes by Shinkansen from Shin-Osaka, or approximately 30 minutes by the affordable Hankyu or JR Biwako lines.
- Nara, roughly 40 to 50 minutes by the Kintetsu Nara Line from Osaka Namba, or by JR from Osaka Station.
- Kobe, approximately 20 minutes by the Hankyu Kobe Line or JR from Osaka, making it an easy half-day option.
- Hiroshima, around 50 minutes to 1 hour by Nozomi Shinkansen from Shin-Osaka (JR Pass holders should use the Hikari or Sakura services).
- Himeji, roughly 30 minutes by Shinkansen, home to one of Japan's finest surviving feudal castles.
If you are continuing westward toward Hiroshima, Hakata (Fukuoka), or Nagasaki, your JR Pass remains valid across these onward connections, and Osaka makes a natural and rewarding staging point on a longer Japan itinerary.
What to expect when you arrive in Osaka
Osaka Station, located at 3-1-1 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka City, is a vast and modern transport complex situated in the Umeda district, one of the city's main commercial centers. The station is part of the larger Grand Front Osaka and Hankyu Umeda complex, with shopping, dining, and entertainment spread across multiple interconnected buildings. First-time arrivals may find the scale of the station a little overwhelming, but English signage is clear throughout, and navigation becomes intuitive quickly.
Practical information at the station
- Tourist information: The Osaka Visitor Information Center at Osaka Station (Central Gate area) provides maps, transport guidance, and sightseeing advice in multiple languages. A second office is also located at Shin-Osaka Station for those arriving directly by Shinkansen.
- Luggage storage: Coin lockers are available in both Osaka Station and Shin-Osaka Station in a range of sizes. Luggage forwarding services (takuhaibin) can also send bags directly to your next hotel or to Kansai International Airport, a genuinely useful option if you want to explore unencumbered on arrival.
- Currency and connectivity: Japan Post and 7-Eleven ATMs, both accessible within and around the station, reliably accept international cards. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout Osaka Station and Shin-Osaka Station.
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, roughly 15 minutes south of Osaka Station by subway, is the most vivid expression of that. The neon-lit canal district is best explored on foot in the evening, when the atmosphere is at its most electric.
The city divides naturally into a few key areas worth understanding before you arrive: Umeda (around Osaka Station) is modern, commercial, and full of department stores; Namba and Shinsaibashi are the entertainment and shopping heart of the city; Tennoji offers a more local feel alongside the excellent Osaka City Museum and Tennoji Zoo. Most first-time visitors find it helpful to base themselves in Namba or Shinsaibashi for central access to all of these areas.
Taxis are available from the station's main exits, and ride-hailing options are increasingly available in Osaka. For those arriving later in the evening, the area immediately around Osaka Station is lively and well-lit, making orientation straightforward even after a long day of travel.
FAQs: Trains from Shinagawa to Osaka
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shinagawa 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 Shinagawa 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 Shinagawa to Osaka is usually during quieter, off-peak periods. April is often a good month to find better-value tickets, and traveling midweek can also help.
The cheapest way to travel by train from Shinagawa 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 Shinagawa 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.
A day trip from Shinagawa to Osaka isn’t possible by train, as the round trip travel time is too long to fit comfortably into a single day. Plan an overnight stay instead to make the trip worthwhile.
Yes, there are direct trains from Shinagawa to Osaka. On this route, many services run without any changes, making it an easy trip by rail.
The average train journey from Shinagawa to Osaka takes around 2h 27m. Travel times can be longer on slower services or at busy times, so it’s worth checking options for your travel date.
Trains from Shinagawa 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 Shinagawa to Osaka. On this route, the Shinkansen offers the fastest and most frequent connections.
High-speed train tickets from Shinagawa 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 Shinagawa 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 Shinagawa to Osaka can cost as little as $96 (€79) when booked in advance. The average ticket price is around $102 (€84), 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 Shinagawa to Osaka are operated by JR Central, JR West. On this route, high-speed services are part of Japan Railways’ network.
Whether a rail pass is valid from Shinagawa 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 Shinagawa to Osaka typically depart from Shinagawa Station, Tokyo Station and arrive at Shin-Osaka Station, Shin-kobe 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 Shinagawa 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 Shinagawa to Osaka
Most Shinagawa to Osaka trains use the Shinagawa Station to Shin-Osaka Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Shinagawa and Osaka train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Shinagawa
Arrival train stations in Osaka
Shinagawa Station3-chōme-26-27 Takanawa, Minato City, Tokyo 108-0074, Japan+81 50-2016-1600
Shinagawa Station train station facilities and services
Shinagawa Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shinagawa Station: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Which Osaka station do trains from Shinagawa arrive at?
Trains from Shinagawa to Osaka most often arrive at Shin-Osaka Station. Some services arrive at Shin-kobe 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 · $24
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.
Most popular train connections from Shinagawa
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