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Compare all timetables for the bus from Tokyo to Osaka

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Tokyo to Osaka from various bus operators like Shinki Bus HT2, Sakura Kanko Bus CJ or Heisei Community Bus HC for the next days.

today
from $42
tomorrow
from $36
Sunday
from $38
Monday
from $18
Tuesday
from $18
Wednesday
from $15
Thursday
from $19

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Shinki Bus HT2
    8h 15m
    0
    7:05 AM
    Tokyo
    Hatchōbori
    3:20 PM
    Osaka
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Shinki Bus HT2
    Economy
    $42
  • Kirakira Bus
    9h 50m
    0
    8:40 AM
    Tokyo
    Shinjuku Bus Station
    6:30 PM
    Osaka
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Kirakira Bus
    Economy
    $44
  • Sakura Kotsu
    8h 10m
    0
    9:50 PM
    Tokyo
    Hatchōbori
    6:00 AM
    Osaka
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Sakura Kotsu
    Economy
    $47
  • AT Liner
    8h 55m
    0
    9:45 PM
    Tokyo
    Shinjuku Bus Station
    6:40 AM
    Osaka
    Central Bus Station
    0
    AT Liner
    Economy
    $51
  • Sugisaki Kanko Bus SS2
    8h 15m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Tokyo
    Tokyo Sta.Yaesu North Gate Bus Station
    6:15 AM
    Osaka
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Sugisaki Kanko Bus SS2
    Economy
    $52

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Sakura Kanko Bus CJ
    7h 20m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Tokyo
    Tokyo Sta.Yaesu North Gate Bus Station
    6:50 AM
    Osaka
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Sakura Kanko Bus CJ
    Economy
    $36
  • Karuizawa Bus KZ
    10h 25m
    0
    9:45 PM
    Tokyo
    Hatchōbori
    8:10 AM
    Osaka
    Namba Sta Bus Stop
    0
    Karuizawa Bus KZ
    Economy
    $36
  • Sakura Syoei
    9h 25m
    0
    10:05 PM
    Tokyo
    Shinjuku Bus Station
    7:30 AM
    Osaka
    Namba Sta Bus Stop
    0
    Sakura Syoei
    Economy
    $37
  • Sakura Kotsu
    8h 10m
    0
    9:50 PM
    Tokyo
    Hatchōbori
    6:00 AM
    Osaka
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Sakura Kotsu
    Economy
    $38
  • Kirakira Bus
    9h 0m
    0
    10:50 PM
    Tokyo
    Tokyo Kajibashi Parking Bus Stop
    7:50 AM
    Osaka
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Kirakira Bus
    Economy
    $38

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Kirakira Bus
    10h 30m
    0
    8:40 AM
    Tokyo
    Shinjuku Bus Station
    7:10 PM
    Osaka
    Namba Sta Bus Stop
    0
    Kirakira Bus
    Economy
    $38
  • Shinki Bus HT2
    8h 15m
    0
    7:05 AM
    Tokyo
    Tokyo Sta.Yaesu North Gate Bus Station
    3:20 PM
    Osaka
    Osakaeki-mae (Osaka Sta.) Bus Station
    0
    Shinki Bus HT2
    Economy
    $39
  • Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3
    8h 20m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Tokyo
    Hatchōbori
    6:30 AM
    Osaka
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3
    Economy
    $39
  • Sunshine Express SN6
    8h 45m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Tokyo
    Hatchōbori
    8:15 AM
    Osaka
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Sunshine Express SN6
    Economy
    $39
  • Karuizawa Bus KZ
    10h 25m
    0
    9:45 PM
    Tokyo
    Hatchōbori
    8:10 AM
    Osaka
    Namba Sta Bus Stop
    0
    Karuizawa Bus KZ
    Economy
    $39

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Sakura Kotsu
    8h 10m
    0
    9:50 PM
    Tokyo
    Hatchōbori
    6:00 AM
    Osaka
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Sakura Kotsu
    Economy
    $18
  • Sakura Kanko Bus CJ
    8h 5m
    0
    10:35 PM
    Tokyo
    Hatchōbori
    6:40 AM
    Osaka
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Sakura Kanko Bus CJ
    Economy
    $18
  • Sunshine Express SN6
    8h 45m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Tokyo
    Hatchōbori
    8:15 AM
    Osaka
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Sunshine Express SN6
    Economy
    $18
  • Kirakira Bus
    9h 0m
    0
    10:50 PM
    Tokyo
    Tokyo Kajibashi Parking Bus Stop
    7:50 AM
    Osaka
    Grand Front Osaka [East] Bus Station
    0
    Kirakira Bus
    Economy
    $18
  • AT Liner
    9h 25m
    0
    11:15 PM
    Tokyo
    Shinjuku Bus Station
    8:40 AM
    Osaka
    Grand Front Osaka [East] Bus Station
    0
    AT Liner
    Economy
    $18

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3
    9h 0m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Tokyo
    Shinjuku Bus Station
    6:30 AM
    Osaka
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3
    Economy
    $18
  • Koei Kotsu BL5
    8h 25m
    0
    9:50 PM
    Tokyo
    Shinjuku Bus Station
    6:15 AM
    Osaka
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Koei Kotsu BL5
    Economy
    $19
  • Sunshine Express SN6
    9h 30m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Tokyo
    Shinjuku Bus Station
    8:15 AM
    Osaka
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Sunshine Express SN6
    Economy
    $19
  • Karuizawa Bus KZ
    10h 25m
    0
    9:45 PM
    Tokyo
    Tokyo Sta.Yaesu North Gate Bus Station
    8:10 AM
    Osaka
    Namba Sta Bus Stop
    0
    Karuizawa Bus KZ
    Economy
    $19
  • Grace Liner GR2
    8h 55m
    0
    10:35 PM
    Tokyo
    Shinjuku Bus Station
    7:30 AM
    Osaka
    Namba Sta Bus Stop
    0
    Grace Liner GR2
    Economy
    $20

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3
    8h 20m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Tokyo
    Tokyo Sta.Yaesu North Gate Bus Station
    6:30 AM
    Osaka
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3
    Economy
    $15
  • Sakura Kanko Bus CJ
    8h 5m
    0
    10:35 PM
    Tokyo
    Tokyo Sta.Yaesu North Gate Bus Station
    6:40 AM
    Osaka
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Sakura Kanko Bus CJ
    Economy
    $15
  • Koei Kotsu BL5
    6h 55m
    0
    11:35 PM
    Tokyo
    Tokyo Sta.Yaesu North Gate Bus Station
    6:30 AM
    Osaka
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Koei Kotsu BL5
    Economy
    $15
  • Sugisaki Kanko Bus SS2
    8h 15m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Tokyo
    Tokyo Sta.Yaesu North Gate Bus Station
    6:15 AM
    Osaka
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Sugisaki Kanko Bus SS2
    Economy
    $15
  • Sakura Syoei
    9h 25m
    0
    10:05 PM
    Tokyo
    Shinjuku Bus Station
    7:30 AM
    Osaka
    Namba Sta Bus Stop
    0
    Sakura Syoei
    Economy
    $15

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Sakura Kotsu
    8h 10m
    0
    9:50 PM
    Tokyo
    Tokyo Sta.Yaesu North Gate Bus Station
    6:00 AM
    Osaka
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Sakura Kotsu
    Economy
    $19
  • Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3
    8h 20m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Tokyo
    Tokyo Sta.Yaesu North Gate Bus Station
    6:30 AM
    Osaka
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3
    Economy
    $19
  • Koei Kotsu BL5
    6h 55m
    0
    11:35 PM
    Tokyo
    Tokyo Sta.Yaesu North Gate Bus Station
    6:30 AM
    Osaka
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Koei Kotsu BL5
    Economy
    $19
  • Sakura Syoei
    9h 20m
    0
    9:40 PM
    Tokyo
    Shinjuku Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Osaka
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Sakura Syoei
    Economy
    $19
  • Sugisaki Kanko Bus SS2
    8h 15m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Tokyo
    Tokyo Sta.Yaesu North Gate Bus Station
    6:15 AM
    Osaka
    Osakaeki-mae (Osaka Sta.) Bus Station
    0
    Sugisaki Kanko Bus SS2
    Economy
    $21

Frequency of bus connections between Tokyo and Osaka

See here how frequent the connections between Tokyo and Osaka are, during different times and days of the week.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 204 daily buses from Tokyo to Osaka. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 122 daily coaches between Tokyo and Osaka.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 1093 buses from Tokyo to Osaka, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Tokyo and Osaka, with 43 offers.

Facts about the bus from Tokyo to Osaka

Compare all providers like Shinki Bus HT2, Sakura Kanko Bus CJ and Heisei Community Bus HC that travel 162 times every day by bus from Tokyo to Osaka in one click! Book your bus ticket from Tokyo to Osaka starting from $15!

Cheapest Bus $15
Fastest Bus 6h 55m
Earliest Bus 7:05 AM
Latest Bus 11:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes 162 Ø
Distance 246.4 miles
Bus Companies Shinki Bus HT2, Sakura Kanko Bus CJ, Heisei Community Bus HC, Heisei Enterprise HE0, Kintetsu Bus ZKN2, Sakura Kotsu, Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3, Grace Liner GR2, Sakura Syoei, Sunshine Express SN6 and 8 more.

Cheapest bus connections from Tokyo to Osaka

Every day, 162 buses from 18 bus companies leave Tokyo for Osaka: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/28/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 06/22
Monday 06/23
Tuesday 06/24
Wednesday 06/25
Thursday 06/26
Friday 06/27
$43
Saturday 06/28
$36
Sunday 06/29
$38
Monday 06/30
$20
Tuesday 07/01
$17
Wednesday 07/02
$14
Thursday 07/03
$20
Friday 07/04
$42
Saturday 07/05
$37
Sunday 07/06
$39
Monday 07/07
$19
Tuesday 07/08
$23
Wednesday 07/09
$16
Thursday 07/10
$20
Friday 07/11
$35
Saturday 07/12
$40
Sunday 07/13
$35
Monday 07/14
$25
Tuesday 07/15
$26
Wednesday 07/16
$26
Thursday 07/17
$20
Friday 07/18
$40
Saturday 07/19

The cheapest time to travel from Tokyo to Osaka

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Tokyo to Osaka, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $15, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Tokyo to Osaka. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $42.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Tokyo to Osaka, with $15. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $28.

How to save money travelling from Tokyo to Osaka

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Tokyo to Osaka in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Tokyo to Osaka, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Tokyo to Osaka are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Tokyo to Osaka

These are the most booked bus companies between Tokyo to Osaka from our users.

Shinki Bus HT2 from Tokyo to Osaka

Shinki Bus HT2

Here you will find the key facts about the Shinki Bus HT2 bus route Tokyo to Osaka:

Cheapest Price $29
Fastest Bus 7h 20m
Earliest Bus 7:05 AM
Last Bus 11:55 PM
Daily Connections 29 Ø
Found on 6/27/2025

All bus stations and stops in Tokyo and Osaka

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Tokyo and Osaka.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Tokyo to Osaka? Compare all modes of transports from Tokyo to Osaka.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Tokyo to Osaka

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Tokyo to Osaka? Or which bus companies serve the route Tokyo to Osaka? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Tokyo to Osaka bus

How much does a Tokyo Osaka bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $15 and takes 9h 25m to reach Osaka. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Tokyo to Osaka?

This route is offered by 18 companies with a range of ticket prices between $15 and $106. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Osaka.

On average, how many connections are available from Tokyo to Osaka each day?

Every day, the Tokyo to Osaka bus route is served by approximately 162 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Tokyo to Osaka take?

The fastest bus from Tokyo to Osaka is offered by Koei Kotsu BL5 and takes 6h 55m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $35. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Tokyo to Osaka?

The earliest bus arriving in Osaka from Tokyo starts at 7:05 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Tokyo to Osaka?

The latest bus trip departing from Tokyo for Osaka starts at 11:55 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Tokyo Osaka route?

When traveling by bus from Tokyo to Osaka, passengers can travel with Shinki Bus HT2, Sakura Kanko Bus CJ and Heisei Community Bus HC. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Osaka?

You can check all the direct connections between Tokyo and Osaka by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Shinki Bus HT2, Sakura Kanko Bus CJ and Heisei Community Bus HC.

What can I take with me on the Tokyo to Osaka bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Tokyo Osaka bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Tokyo Osaka bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Tokyo to Osaka on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Tokyo to Osaka

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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