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The cheapest and fastest trains from Kyoto to Osaka
Showing times and prices for 06 Apr
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
26 m
Average duration
26 m
Trains per day
58
Distance
43 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kyoto to Osaka is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kyoto to Osaka will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Fast trains
Of the 58 trains that leave Kyoto for Osaka every day 58 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 26 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Haruka 2111:000h32Kyoto Station11:32Osaka Station£71One-way0 changes- Haruka 4316:300h32Kyoto Station17:02Osaka Station£71One-way0 changes
- Haruka 159:300h32Kyoto Station10:02Osaka Station£71One-way0 changes
- Haruka 2512:000h32Kyoto Station12:32Osaka Station£71One-way0 changes
- Haruka 4717:300h32Kyoto Station18:02Osaka Station£71One-way0 changes
Thunderbird 3017:100h26Kyoto Station17:36Osaka Station£101One-way0 changes- Thunderbird 2214:100h26Kyoto Station14:36Osaka Station£101One-way0 changes
- Thunderbird 1411:100h26Kyoto Station11:36Osaka Station£101One-way0 changes
- Thunderbird 2616:100h26Kyoto Station16:36Osaka Station£101One-way0 changes
- Thunderbird 2013:100h26Kyoto Station13:36Osaka Station£101One-way0 changes
Live departures
Kyoto to Osaka train times
The table below shows live departures for Kyoto to Osaka trains for tomorrow, Monday 6 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haruka 1 | 20:45 Kyoto Station | 0h36 | 21:21 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 3 | 21:21 Kyoto Station | 0h30 | 21:51 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 5 | 21:44 Kyoto Station | 0h35 | 22:19 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
 Super Hakuto 1 | 22:06 Kyoto Station | 0h29 | 22:35 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 7 | 22:13 Kyoto Station | 0h37 | 22:50 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 9 | 22:48 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 23:20 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 2 | 23:04 Kyoto Station | 0h30 | 23:34 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 11 | 23:22 Kyoto Station | 0h29 | 23:51 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 4 | 23:38 Kyoto Station | 0h28 | 0:06 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 13 | 23:45 Kyoto Station | 0h33 | 0:18 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Super Hakuto 3 | 23:50 Kyoto Station | 0h29 | 0:19 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 6 April | |||||
| Thunderbird 6 | 0:03 Kyoto Station | 0h30 | 0:33 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 15 | 0:30 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 1:02 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 8 | 0:36 Kyoto Station | 0h27 | 1:03 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 17 | 1:00 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 1:32 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 10 | 1:07 Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 1:33 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 19 | 1:30 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 2:02 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 12 | 1:36 Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 2:02 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 21 | 2:00 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 2:32 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 14 | 2:10 Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 2:36 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 23 | 2:30 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 3:02 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 16 | 2:40 Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 3:06 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 25 | 3:00 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 3:32 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 18 | 3:10 Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 3:36 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 27 | 3:30 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 4:02 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 29 | 4:00 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 4:32 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 20 | 4:10 Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 4:36 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 31 | 4:30 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 5:02 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 33 | 5:00 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 5:32 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 22 | 5:10 Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 5:36 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 35 | 5:30 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 6:02 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 37 | 6:00 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 6:32 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 24 | 6:10 Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 6:36 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 39 | 6:30 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 7:02 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 41 | 7:00 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 7:32 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 26 | 7:10 Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 7:36 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 43 | 7:30 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 8:02 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 28 | 7:40 Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 8:06 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 45 | 8:00 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 8:32 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 30 | 8:10 Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 8:36 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 47 | 8:30 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 9:02 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 32 | 8:40 Kyoto Station | 0h29 | 9:09 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
 Kuroshio 23 | 8:47 Kyoto Station | 0h30 | 9:17 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 49 | 9:00 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 9:32 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 34 | 9:10 Kyoto Station | 0h29 | 9:39 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 51 | 9:30 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 10:02 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 36 | 9:40 Kyoto Station | 0h27 | 10:07 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 53 | 10:00 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 10:32 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 38 | 10:11 Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 10:37 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 55 | 10:30 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 11:02 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 40 | 10:40 Kyoto Station | 0h29 | 11:09 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 57 | 11:00 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 11:32 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 42 | 11:11 Kyoto Station | 0h27 | 11:38 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 59 | 11:30 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 12:02 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 44 | 11:40 Kyoto Station | 0h29 | 12:09 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 46 | 12:06 Kyoto Station | 0h28 | 12:34 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 48 | 13:03 Kyoto Station | 0h28 | 13:31 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 50 | 14:01 Kyoto Station | 0h28 | 14:29 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 1 | 20:45 Kyoto Station | 0h36 | 21:21 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 3 | 21:21 Kyoto Station | 0h30 | 21:51 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 5 | 21:44 Kyoto Station | 0h35 | 22:19 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Super Hakuto 1 | 22:06 Kyoto Station | 0h29 | 22:35 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 7 | 22:13 Kyoto Station | 0h37 | 22:50 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 9 | 22:48 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 23:20 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 2 | 23:04 Kyoto Station | 0h30 | 23:34 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 11 | 23:22 Kyoto Station | 0h29 | 23:51 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 4 | 23:38 Kyoto Station | 0h28 | 0:06 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 13 | 23:45 Kyoto Station | 0h33 | 0:18 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Super Hakuto 3 | 23:50 Kyoto Station | 0h29 | 0:19 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 7 April | |||||
| Thunderbird 6 | 0:03 Kyoto Station | 0h30 | 0:33 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 15 | 0:30 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 1:02 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 8 | 0:36 Kyoto Station | 0h27 | 1:03 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 17 | 1:00 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 1:32 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 10 | 1:07 Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 1:33 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 19 | 1:30 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 2:02 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 12 | 1:36 Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 2:02 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 21 | 2:00 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 2:32 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 14 | 2:10 Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 2:36 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 23 | 2:30 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 3:02 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 16 | 2:40 Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 3:06 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 25 | 3:00 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 3:32 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 18 | 3:10 Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 3:36 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 27 | 3:30 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 4:02 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 29 | 4:00 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 4:32 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 20 | 4:10 Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 4:36 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 31 | 4:30 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 5:02 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 33 | 5:00 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 5:32 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 22 | 5:10 Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 5:36 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 35 | 5:30 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 6:02 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 37 | 6:00 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 6:32 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 24 | 6:10 Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 6:36 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 39 | 6:30 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 7:02 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 41 | 7:00 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 7:32 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 26 | 7:10 Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 7:36 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 43 | 7:30 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 8:02 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 28 | 7:40 Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 8:06 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 45 | 8:00 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 8:32 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 30 | 8:10 Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 8:36 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 47 | 8:30 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 9:02 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 32 | 8:40 Kyoto Station | 0h29 | 9:09 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kuroshio 23 | 8:47 Kyoto Station | 0h30 | 9:17 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 49 | 9:00 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 9:32 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 34 | 9:10 Kyoto Station | 0h29 | 9:39 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 51 | 9:30 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 10:02 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 36 | 9:40 Kyoto Station | 0h27 | 10:07 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 53 | 10:00 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 10:32 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 38 | 10:11 Kyoto Station | 0h26 | 10:37 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 55 | 10:30 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 11:02 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 40 | 10:40 Kyoto Station | 0h29 | 11:09 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 57 | 11:00 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 11:32 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 42 | 11:11 Kyoto Station | 0h27 | 11:38 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 59 | 11:30 Kyoto Station | 0h32 | 12:02 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 44 | 11:40 Kyoto Station | 0h29 | 12:09 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 46 | 12:06 Kyoto Station | 0h28 | 12:34 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 48 | 13:03 Kyoto Station | 0h28 | 13:31 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 50 | 14:01 Kyoto Station | 0h28 | 14:29 Osaka Station | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kyoto to Osaka
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Trains from Kyoto to Osaka run on average 47 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 47 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 28m.
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 43 km |
Average train duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 47 |
Direct trains 47 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 5:45 |
Last train 23:04 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: JR West, JR_WEST_LTD_HARUKA from Kyoto to Osaka trainsJR West, JR_WEST_LTD_HARUKA trains will get you between Kyoto and Osaka from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
JR West
About
West Japan Railway Company (JR West) is a leading railway operator in Japan, headquartered in Osaka. Established on April 1, 1987, following the privatization of Japanese National Railways, JR West manages an extensive network covering 5,008.7 kilometers, including the Sanyō Shinkansen line, which accounts for approximately 40% of its passenger revenues. The company also offers bus and ferry services and engages in real estate and retail businesses. With a workforce of over 45,000 employees, JR West serves a population of approximately 43.1 million people across 18 prefectures in western Japan.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
28m
Cheapest Price
£7
JR West frequency
47 a day
Luggage included
Up to two portable items totaling no more than 250 cm in dimensions and weighing no more than 30 kg are allowed.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage beyond the standard allowance is not permitted.
Luggage storage
Designated areas are available for storing luggage on trains.
Cancellation Policy
Changes and refunds are not possible after the scheduled departure time of the first designated train.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Food and beverage waste should be discarded in receptacles provided in the station or on the train.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations can be made at no additional cost at ticket offices; online reservations may incur fees.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
JR West strives to maintain accessibility features and offers support to patrons with disabilities.
Bikes
Bicycles for cycling or sports competitions must be dismantled and carried in a dedicated bag.
Pets
Pets must be transported in a case that holds their entire body; fees apply for small animals.
JR_WEST_LTD_HARUKA
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
32m
Cheapest Price
£7
JR_WEST_LTD_HARUKA frequency
24 a day
FAQs: Kyoto to Osaka train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kyoto to Osaka by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Osaka, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Kyoto to Osaka can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £7, while the average price tends to be around £8.
The train journey from Kyoto to Osaka covers a distance of 43 km and takes approximately 28m. Trains run 47 per day.
The train distance from Kyoto to Osaka is 43 km.
The first train from Kyoto to Osaka leaves at 5:45.
The last train from Kyoto to Osaka departs at 23:04.
Trains from Kyoto to Osaka run approximately 47 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Kyoto to Osaka.
Yes, there is a direct train between Kyoto and Osaka. The service operates 47 times per day, provided by JR West, JR_WEST_LTD_HARUKA, JR West.
To travel from Kyoto to Osaka, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Kyoto to Osaka.
The train station in Kyoto that goes to Osaka is Kyoto Station, and it arrives at Osaka Station.
The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Osaka is by train, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from Kyoto to Osaka in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Kyoto to Osaka.
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Important Stations and Airports in Kyoto and Osaka
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Kyoto Station
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