Osaka to Hiroshima by train, bus, flight, taxi from JPY 7,995

Osaka to Hiroshima Destination Reviews

Alexandru M

Excellent service, the best option to travel long distances in Japan by far.

Osaka to Hiroshima, Train #Nozomi 17 Standard Class Unreserved, Shinkansen JR West (Shinkansen JR West), Jun 29, 2025

Annemarie

On time, quick and comfortable.

Osaka to Hiroshima, Train #NOZOMI 1 Standard, Shinkansen JR Central (Shinkansen JR Central), Apr 25, 2025

Anderson L

Very fast and secure trp.

Osaka to Hiroshima, Train #Nozomi 11 Standard Class Unreserved, Shinkansen JR West (Shinkansen JR West), Apr 23, 2025

Emmet Q

Best public transport experience I've ever had. Quite expensive but great if travelling on a short time frame.

Osaka to Hiroshima, Train #Nozomi 271 Standard Class Unreserved, Shinkansen JR West (Shinkansen JR West), Aug 25, 2024

Martin N

A lot of stress. This was a ticket were you need to prove with a passport and stamp that you are a visitor. But luckily this was a open ticket. (With was not clear because a booked a train for a fixed time)

Osaka to Hiroshima, Train #Nozomi 1 Standard Class Unreserved, Shinkansen JR West (Shinkansen JR West), Jan 14, 2024

Hing W

Ride was smooth and fast.

Osaka to Hiroshima, Train #Nozomi 41 Standard Class Unreserved, Shinkansen JR West (Shinkansen JR West), Apr 11, 2023

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Osaka to Hiroshima Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Train	Tokaido Shinkansen	Standard	06:06	07:44	$69.37
Train	Shinkansen JR Central	Standard	06:59	08:39	$57.40
Flight	Japan Airlines	Economy	07:25	11:50	$251.81
Train	Shinkansen JR West	Standard Class Unreserved	08:24	09:49	$49.43	4.8
Flight	All Nippon Airways	Economy	09:00	13:30	$192.80
Train	Shinkansen JR West	Standard Class Unreserved	09:32	12:01	$49.43	4.8
Train	Tokaido Shinkansen	Standard	09:50	11:11	$75.83	5.0
Train	Tokaido Shinkansen	Standard	10:08	11:33	$75.83	5.0
Flight	Japan Airlines	Economy	10:25	14:50	$266.42
Train	Tokaido Shinkansen	Standard	10:47	12:11	$72.23	5.0
Train	Tokaido Shinkansen	Standard	11:08	12:33	$75.83	5.0
Flight	Japan Airlines	Economy	11:25	16:05	$251.81
Train	Tokaido Shinkansen	Standard	11:47	13:11	$72.23	5.0
Train	Tokaido Shinkansen	Standard	12:08	13:33	$75.83	5.0
Train	Tokaido Shinkansen	Standard	12:47	14:11	$72.23	5.0
Train	Tokaido Shinkansen	Standard	13:14	14:37	$75.83	5.0
Train	Tokaido Shinkansen	Standard	13:32	14:55	$75.83	5.0
Train	Tokaido Shinkansen	Standard	13:50	15:15	$75.83	5.0
Train	Tokaido Shinkansen	Standard	14:14	15:37	$77.19	5.0
Flight	Japan Airlines	Economy	14:30	19:50	$174.11

Transportation from Osaka to Hiroshima

Facts about the transport from Osaka to Hiroshima

Cheapest Transport	$41
Fastest Transport	1h 20m
Earliest Departure	6:00 AM
Latest Departure	11:00 PM
Departures per day	274
Distance	67 kilometers
Transport Companies	Air Busan, AT Liner, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Eastar Jet, Jeju Air, Peach Airlines, Shinkansen JR West, Tokaido Shinkansen

Popular Routes

How to get from Osaka to Hiroshima

Travelling between Osaka and Hiroshima is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 1,654.56 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 54.37.

How long does it take to get from Osaka to Hiroshima?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 22 hours to travel between Osaka and Hiroshima depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Osaka and Hiroshima. Train will bring you to your destination in 1h 20m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 21h 15m to reach Hiroshima.

How much does it cost to get from Osaka to Hiroshima?

Travelling between Osaka and Hiroshima can be as cheap as USD 54.37 if you opt for a Shinkansen JR West train and as expensive as USD 1,654.56 if you buy a Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Osaka to Hiroshima overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Osaka and Hiroshima

AT Liner

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Osaka and Hiroshima

Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

Osaka to Hiroshima