Departure Schedule
Morning departures
Fastest trip12 min
Longest trip15 min
Earliest06:55
Latest11:59
Departures53
Afternoon departures
Fastest trip13 min
Longest trip25 min
Earliest12:02
Latest17:52
Departures58
Evening departures
Fastest trip13 min
Longest trip15 min
Earliest18:02
Latest20:56
Departures28
Night departures
Fastest trip12 min
Longest trip15 min
Earliest21:07
Latest23:32
Departures21
Travelling from Kyoto to Osaka by Train
Among the top choices for traveling from Kyoto to Osaka is taking a fast and modern train. All high-speed trains running between the cities were designed to offer the passengers everything they might need for a pleasant journey, including several travel classes to choose from, fast travel times (the journey takes about 15 minutes), and an extensive timetable with up to 34 daily departures. Fantastic onboard amenities are also at your service during the ride. The trains from Kyoto to Osaka boast light and spacious carriages, equipped with cushy seats and offering plenty of legroom and generous luggage space. Big panoramic windows are perfect for admiring the spectacular views along the way. Another reason to opt for a train ride from Kyoto to Osaka is that the train stations are located close to the city centers and are conveniently accessible by public transport, making it very easy to get around.
Kyoto to Osaka trains Information
Kyoto
38 km
Osaka
Shin-Osaka Station, JapanOsaka train station, JapanTennoji, JapanNamba Nankai Station, JapanOsaka-Namba Station, Japan
12 m
Shortest travel time:
$36
Lowest ticket cost:
160
Avg. daily departures:
06:55
Earliest departure:
23:32
Latest departure:
Popular questions about trains from Kyoto to Osaka
The train distance from Kyoto to Osaka is about 38 kilometers. Travel times may vary based on the train service and any stops along the route.
The train journey from Kyoto to Osaka takes from 12 minutes on the fastest trains to about 25 minutes, depending on the specific train service and any stops along the route.
You can book Kyoto to Osaka train tickets on the Rail Ninja website or app. Choose your date, compare departures and classes, and receive an e-ticket for your journey. Tickets start at $36.
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