At a Glance
- Fastest time: About 2 hours 30 minutes (Nozomi)
- Arrives at: Shin-Osaka Station
- Reserved fare: Around ¥14,500 one way
- Line: Tokaido Shinkansen (JR Central)
Route Map路線図
Main stations on the route. Click a station for details.
The Journeyルート
Trains leave Tokyo Station and call at Shinagawa and Shin-Yokohama, then run via Nagoya and Kyoto to Shin-Osaka. The Nozomi takes about 2.5 hours; the Hikari about 3 hours. Nozomi trains run several times an hour throughout the day, many continuing west to Hiroshima and Hakata.
You can compare times and book Tokyo–Osaka Shinkansen tickets on Omio.
Getting into Osaka新大阪から
Shin-Osaka is the Shinkansen station, a few kilometres north of the centre. Take the JR Kyoto Line one stop (about 4 minutes) to Osaka Station for Umeda, or the Midosuji subway line south to Namba and Dotonbori in about 15 minutes.
Tickets and Passesきっぷ
The Japan Rail Pass covers Hikari and Kodama trains. Since October 2023, pass holders can also ride Nozomi trains by buying a supplement ticket. On the Tokaido and Sanyo Shinkansen, suitcases with total dimensions of 161 to 250 cm need a reserved seat with an oversized baggage area. Book it when you reserve.
For Mt Fuji, sit on the right-hand side (seat E) heading west from Tokyo.
Plan Your Trip
Shinkansen tickets and things to do when you arrive.
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FAQよくある質問
How long does the Shinkansen take from Tokyo to Osaka?
About 2 hours 30 minutes on the Nozomi to Shin-Osaka, and about 3 hours on the Hikari.
Which station does the Shinkansen arrive at in Osaka?
Shin-Osaka. From there it is about 4 minutes on the JR Kyoto Line to Osaka Station, or 15 minutes on the Midosuji subway to Namba.
How much is the Shinkansen from Tokyo to Osaka?
Around ¥14,500 for a reserved Nozomi seat one way.