A Comparison of Different Modes of Transportation from Tokyo Station to Osaka Station.

Fares and Times

• * Flight fare only. Additional transportation costs from the airport are required

For major airlines such as JAL and ANA, you may get a big discount if you book early. Also, if you want to book LCCs at a cheaper price, use a limited promotion. Check the ticket reservation website of each airline frequently.

Benefits

LCCs may be available at low prices

Once the promotion is applied, you may be able to travel for only a few thousand yen.

You can ejoy shopping at the airport

For example, Itami Airport offers shopping and gourmet food. You should stop by in your spare time.

If it is accessible to the airport from the place where you are, you can travel in a short time

If you take a direct limousine bus, you can reach Tokyo Station from Haneda Airport in about 25 minutes, and Itami Airport to Osaka Station in about 30 minutes. If you have a good connection, you can travel in a short time.

Disadvantages

It can be extremely expensive during high seasons and when operated by FSC

Basic flight tickets are very expensive. They can be quite expensive when traveling during high seasons or when purchasing just before boarding.

It takes time to check in

Check-in and baggage inspection take time, so you must arrive at the airport early.

If the transportation to the airport is inconvenient, it will take long time

Even if you are on an airplane for a short time, it will take a long time to travel if you have inconvenient connections.

Fares and Times

In the case of Nozomi

In the case of Hikari

In the case of Kodama

Kodama and Hikari are the same price, but Nozomi's reserved seat fee is a little higher. In the case of Nozomi, it takes about 2 hours and 40 minutes to travel from Tokyo Station to Osaka Station, but in the case of Kodama, it takes about 4 hours and 10 minutes. If you are in a hurry, choose Nozomi, and if you want to reduce the price as much as possible, choose Hikari.

Benefits

Available immediately without any procedure

It takes less time to complete the procedure than an airplane.

A large number of operations

Depending on the time of day, the Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Shin-Osaka Station departs every three minutes.

Easy access to your destination by transferring to a conventional line

Many lines are connected to Shin-Osaka Station. You can transfer smoothly not only to Osaka Station, but also to Kyoto, Kobe, and Nara.

Disadvantages

High prices throughout the year

Since there are few discount services, you basically have to purchase at an original price.

It is necessary to understand the characteristics of each type of train and make a reservation

Make a reservation by understanding the characteristics of each time required and price for Nozomi, Hikari, and Kodama.

Fares and Times

If you take the Tokaido Main Line route, you can get from Tokyo Station to Osaka Station in about 9 hours at a relatively low price.

Benefits

Available at a low price

It is cheaper than the Shinkansen because it does not require a limited express ticket.

You can enjoy sightseeing while getting off on the way

You can also enjoy your trip while getting off the train, as you can transfer from Tokyo Station to Osaka Station about 6 times.

Disadvantages

It is rarely used considering time and labor

Even if you can make a successful connection, it will take about 10 hours, so it is not a popular method.

There is no guarantee in case of delay

If there is a delay, you may not be able to arrive at Osaka Station on the same day. Of course, no reservation is required, so there is no guarantee.

Other means may be cheaper

Express buses and LCCs may be cheaper.

Fares and Times

It will be a little expensive during consecutive holidays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Obon holidays. There are buses that depart in the morning and arrive at night, and buses that depart at midnight and arrive in the early morning, so please choose according to your schedule.

Benefits

Available at a low price

Although it is expensive during high seasons and weekends and holidays, it is cheaper than the Shinkansen and airplanes.

Arrive directly at major spots

You can directly access major spots such as Osaka Station and USJ.

You can sleep on a night bus

If you choose a night bus, you can move while you sleep, so you can save your time.

Disadvantages

Difficult to change posture

Because you wear a seatbelt, you will spend a long time in the same position. However, if you choose a plan that allows one person to use two seats, you can stretch and relax.

Long trip

You may find it difficult to travel for a long time. Even in such cases, you can ensure comfort by choosing a spacious seat or a two-seat plan that allows you to spend a relaxing time.

Select a plan that includes a hotel and a transportation ticket

You can buy a highway bus ticket only, but there is also a plan that includes hotel stay. If you want to enjoy Osaka at a great price, please consider a hotel set plan.

Search a set plan from Tokyo to Osaka

Select a plan with a Universal Studios Japan ticket

There is also a plan that includes a round-trip bus ticket and hotels around Universal Studios Japan. It is convenient because it saves you the trouble of purchasing them separately.

Search a set plan from Tokyo to Osaka with a Universal Studios Japan ticket