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Many people use the Shinkansen to get to Okayama. It's certain fast and convenient, and for many travellers, the Shinkansen itself is on their list of things to experience in Japan. If however, you are on a budget, the Shinkansen can be pricey. If you want to go to Okayama for less money, consider taking the Highway Bus!
The Highway Bus from Osaka to Okayama only costs 3570 yen, which is about half the price you will pay if you use the Shinkansen (prices are always subject to change, so please check when you purchase the tickets).
To reserve your spot on the bus, you can visit the website I've provided and call the number OR go directly to the Highway Bus ticket center in Osaka Station. You do not have to reserve a seat however, if you decide to buy tickets at the ticket area on the day of your travel, be aware that the bus may already be full. There is more than one bus per day that departs for Okayama City, and of course, you can also return to Osaka by bus!
They do stop at a rest area along the way for you to go to the bathroom, buy snacks, or just stretch.
Updated Jan 7, 2009
Phone: 086-232-2116
Website: http://www.bus.or.jp/bus/index_e.html
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Due to the fact that the road/rail bridge was completed in 1988, Okayama has good train connections to Shikoku, with trains to Takamatsu (marine liner), Kochi and Matsuyama (shiokaze)
If you are heading by train to Shikoku, or if you are heading by train from Shikoku to destinations in Honshu, Okayama is the important rail junction.
Written Feb 6, 2006
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This is where you arrive by train. The station offers the usual features like a tourist information office, lockers, shops, telephones, drink machines etc. The trams and busses are on the station square.
Written Dec 2, 2005
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you will need this for the train schedule
http://www.hyperdia.com/cgi-english/hyperWeb.cgi
if you know kanji already, you can use
http://www.jr-odekake.net/
Written Sep 24, 2006
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The easiest way to get to central Okayama is by JR to Okayama Station. By Shinakansen, it takes about 40 mins from Osaka, 3 hrs 15 mins from Tokyo, 35 mins from Hiroshima.
Written Dec 7, 2003
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Okayama is serviced by the Shinkansen. You can also fly there from other cities in Japan. I recommend ANA :)
Written Aug 24, 2002
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Write a ReviewOkayama is serviced by the Shinkansen. You can also fly there from other cities in Japan. I recommend ANA :)
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