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How to Travel from

Takayama to Okayama

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Two ways to Travel from Takayama to Okayama

Composite routes from Takayama to Okayama

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Transport providers

Airlines

All Nippon Airways

Website:
ana.co.jp/
Plane from Toyama Airport to Okayama
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.04–$444.63

Fuji Dream

Website:
fujidream.co.jp/
Plane from Matsumoto Airport to Kobe
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.52–$203.26

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Nagoya Station to Okayama
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$63.52–$95.28
Train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Okayama
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$33.03–$49.54

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Takayama to Nagoya
Ave. Duration:
2h 26m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$35.57–$49.54
Train from Takayama to Ōsaka
Ave. Duration:
4h 16m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$58.44–$82.57
Train from Takayama to Toyama
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.60–$31.76

Bus operators

Chugoku JR Bus Company

Phone:
0570-666-012
Website:
chugoku-jrbus.co.jp/
Bus from Osaka Station JR Express BT to Okayama
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.23

ALPICO Kotsu

Phone:
0570-550-373
Website:
alpico.co.jp/en/
Bus from Takayama Nohi Bus Center to Shinshimashima
Ave. Duration:
2h 1m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.07–$49.54

Meitetsu Bus

Phone:
052-582-5151
Website:
meitetsu-bus.co.jp/english
Bus from Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit to Okayama
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$36.84–$60.98

Nouhi Bus

Phone:
0577-32-1688
Website:
nouhibus.co.jp/english/
Bus from Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminal to Nagoya
Ave. Duration:
2h 44m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$16.51–$34.30

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Takayama to Okayama?

The cheapest way to get from Takayama to Okayama is to drive which costs $47.83 - $70.65 and takes 5h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Takayama to Okayama?

The fastest way to get from Takayama to Okayama is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs $81.52 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Takayama and Okayama?

No, there is no direct bus from Takayama to Okayama. However, there are services departing from Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminal and arriving at Okayama via Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Takayama and Okayama?

No, there is no direct train from Takayama to Okayama. However, there are services departing from Takayama and arriving at Okayama via Nagoya Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Takayama to Okayama?

The distance between Takayama and Okayama is 496 km. The road distance is 449.8 km.

How do I travel from Takayama to Okayama without a car?

The best way to get from Takayama to Okayama without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs $81.52 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Takayama to Okayama?

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Takayama to Okayama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Takayama to Okayama bus from?

Takayama to Okayama bus services, operated by Nouhi Bus, depart from Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Takayama to Okayama train from?

Takayama to Okayama train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Takayama station.

Train or bus from Takayama to Okayama?

The best way to get from Takayama to Okayama is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs $81.52 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45.65 - $81.52 and takes 8h 52m.

Where does the Takayama to Okayama bus arrive?

Takayama to Okayama bus services, operated by Nouhi Bus, arrive at Nagoya Station.

Where does the Takayama to Okayama train arrive?

Takayama to Okayama train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Nagoya Station.

Can I drive from Takayama to Okayama?

Yes, the driving distance between Takayama to Okayama is 450 km. It takes approximately 5h 36m to drive from Takayama to Okayama.

Where can I stay near Okayama?

There are 283+ hotels available in Okayama. Prices start at $23.10 per night.
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