Osaka to Hiroshima

When you want to get from Osaka to Hiroshima, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

• Flight
• Bus
• Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Train. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about JPY 40,222. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as JPY 5,291.

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Osaka to Hiroshima. Your trip will be a total of 178 miles (286 km). The flying distance is 180 miles (289 km).

The travel time from Osaka to Hiroshima can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 27 hours.

The cost of the trip from Osaka to Hiroshima varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Nihon Highway Bus WL07: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as JPY 5,291 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as JPY 40,222.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Osaka to Hiroshima:

• Bus tickets - JPY 5,291 to JPY 5,291;
• Train tickets - JPY 7,433 to JPY 12,976;
• Plane tickets - JPY 15,622 to JPY 40,189;

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

• Flights from Osaka to Hiroshima depart during the day - there are approximately 1 departures a day.
• Buses start plying the route from 12:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 12:30. There are 1 available bus trips every day.
• Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 1 trains per day.

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Osaka to Hiroshima. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is JPY 15,622.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

• It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
• Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Osaka to Hiroshima
All Nippon Airways, Japan Airlines, Jetstar Japan, Peach Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from Osaka to Hiroshima is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

• If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
• As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
• While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks.

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Osaka to Hiroshima? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

• 100% decided to go for a bus.