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Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
The city’s most important museum, documenting the atomic bombing and Hiroshima’s message of peace through powerful artifacts and testimony.

Save money with the JR Pass, and enjoy unlimited train travel for 7 to 21 days.
Discover the Japan Rail PassCheapest price
$70
Average price
$70
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 21 m
Trains per day
167
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Osaka to Hiroshima is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Osaka to Hiroshima will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.
Of the 167 trains that leave Osaka for Hiroshima on Sun, Jun 07, 167 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 07 the direct trains cover the 281 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Sun, Jun 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 21 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Nozomi 75
Mizuho 605
Nozomi 15
Nozomi 57
Nozomi 19
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Osaka to Hiroshima among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $70.
Distance: 174 miles (281 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$74 Average price | $38 Average price Cheapest | $93 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 21m Average total duration 6h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Osaka to Hiroshima:
A bus is $36 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Osaka to Hiroshima costing on average $74 (€60).
Other travel options to Hiroshima take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 51m.
The journey is about 2h 26m faster (1h 36m by train vs 4h 2m by car) and roughly $19 (€15) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($74 (€60) vs $93 (€75)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with JR Central, JR West, JR West, JR West.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Osaka to Hiroshima trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Mizuho 601 | 6:00 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 7:25 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Hikari 681 | 6:06 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h48 | 7:54 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Sakura 741 | 6:25 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h32 | 7:57 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Sakura 743 | 6:50 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h28 | 8:18 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Kodama 939 | 6:59 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 2h27 | 9:26 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 101 | 7:09 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 8:36 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 101 | 7:11 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 8:36 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Mizuho 603 | 7:23 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h26 | 8:49 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Hikari 731 | 7:32 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h32 | 9:04 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Hikari 731 | 7:34 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h30 | 9:04 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Kodama 941 | 7:40 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 2h29 | 10:09 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Mizuho 605 | 7:50 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h20 | 9:10 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 103 | 7:54 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 9:17 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 103 | 7:56 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h21 | 9:17 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Sakura 745 | 8:00 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h28 | 9:28 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Hikari 733 | 8:13 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h43 | 9:56 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Hikari 733 | 8:15 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h41 | 9:56 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 99 | 8:16 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 9:39 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 99 | 8:18 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h21 | 9:39 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 1 | 8:22 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 9:49 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 1 | 8:24 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 9:49 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 3 | 8:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 10:02 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 3 | 8:41 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h21 | 10:02 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Hikari 735 | 8:42 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h51 | 10:33 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Hikari 735 | 8:44 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h49 | 10:33 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Sakura 747 | 8:53 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h29 | 10:22 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 5 | 9:00 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 10:27 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 5 | 9:02 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 10:27 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 7 | 9:15 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 10:42 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 7 | 9:17 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 10:42 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Sakura 749 | 9:20 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h31 | 10:51 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Kodama 945 | 9:32 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 2h35 | 12:07 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 9 | 9:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 11:02 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 9 | 9:41 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h21 | 11:02 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Mizuho 607 | 9:54 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h26 | 11:20 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 11 | 10:00 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 11:27 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 11 | 10:02 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 11:27 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 13 | 10:15 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 11:38 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 13 | 10:17 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h21 | 11:38 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Sakura 751 | 10:20 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h32 | 11:52 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 61 | 10:30 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h29 | 11:59 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 61 | 10:32 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 11:59 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Kodama 947 | 10:37 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 2h30 | 1:07 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 15 | 10:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 12:02 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 15 | 10:41 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h21 | 12:02 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 17 | 11:00 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 12:27 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 17 | 11:02 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 12:27 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 129 | 11:06 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 12:33 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 129 | 11:08 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 12:33 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 63 | 11:15 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 12:42 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 63 | 11:17 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 12:42 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Sakura 753 | 11:20 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h32 | 12:52 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Kodama 949 | 11:37 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 2h30 | 2:07 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 19 | 11:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 1:02 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 19 | 11:41 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h21 | 1:02 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 21 | 12:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 1:27 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 21 | 12:02 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 1:27 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 65 | 12:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 1:42 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 65 | 12:17 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 1:42 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Sakura 755 | 12:20 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h31 | 1:51 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 23 | 12:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 2:02 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 23 | 12:41 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h21 | 2:02 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 25 | 1:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 2:27 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 25 | 1:02 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 2:27 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 67 | 1:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 2:42 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 67 | 1:17 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 2:42 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Sakura 757 | 1:23 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h28 | 2:51 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 27 | 1:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 3:02 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 27 | 1:41 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h21 | 3:02 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 29 | 2:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 3:27 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 29 | 2:02 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 3:27 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 155 | 2:06 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 3:33 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 155 | 2:08 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 3:33 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 69 | 2:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 3:42 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 69 | 2:17 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 3:42 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Sakura 759 | 2:23 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h28 | 3:51 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 31 | 2:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 4:02 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 31 | 2:41 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h21 | 4:02 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Sakura 799 | 2:47 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h24 | 4:11 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 33 | 3:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 4:27 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 33 | 3:02 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 4:27 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 163 | 3:06 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 4:33 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 163 | 3:08 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 4:33 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 71 | 3:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 4:42 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 71 | 3:17 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 4:42 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Sakura 761 | 3:23 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h28 | 4:51 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 35 | 3:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 5:02 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 35 | 3:41 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h21 | 5:02 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Mizuho 609 | 3:54 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 5:19 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 37 | 4:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 5:27 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 37 | 4:02 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 5:27 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 173 | 4:12 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 5:37 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 173 | 4:14 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 5:37 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 73 | 4:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 5:42 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 73 | 4:17 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 5:42 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Sakura 763 | 4:23 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h28 | 5:51 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 175 | 4:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 5:55 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 175 | 4:32 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 5:55 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 39 | 4:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 6:02 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 39 | 4:41 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h21 | 6:02 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 177 | 4:48 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 6:11 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 177 | 4:50 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h21 | 6:11 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Mizuho 611 | 4:54 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 6:19 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 41 | 5:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 6:23 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 41 | 5:02 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h21 | 6:23 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 179 | 5:06 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 6:33 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 179 | 5:08 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 6:33 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 75 | 5:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h31 | 6:46 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 75 | 5:17 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h29 | 6:46 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Sakura 765 | 5:20 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h31 | 6:51 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Kodama 961 | 5:37 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 2h30 | 8:07 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 43 | 5:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 7:02 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 43 | 5:41 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h21 | 7:02 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Sakura 767 | 5:47 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h24 | 7:11 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 185 | 5:48 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 7:15 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 185 | 5:50 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 7:15 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 45 | 6:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 7:23 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 45 | 6:02 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h21 | 7:23 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 189 | 6:12 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 7:37 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 189 | 6:14 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 7:37 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 77 | 6:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h31 | 7:46 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 77 | 6:17 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h29 | 7:46 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Sakura 769 | 6:20 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h31 | 7:51 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 191 | 6:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 7:55 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 191 | 6:32 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 7:55 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Kodama 965 | 6:37 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 2h30 | 9:07 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 47 | 6:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 8:02 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 47 | 6:41 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h21 | 8:02 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 193 | 6:48 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 8:11 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 193 | 6:50 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h21 | 8:11 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Mizuho 613 | 6:54 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 8:19 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 49 | 7:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 8:27 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 49 | 7:02 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 8:27 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 51 | 7:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 8:42 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 51 | 7:17 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 8:42 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Sakura 771 | 7:20 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h30 | 8:50 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 199 | 7:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h24 | 8:54 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 199 | 7:32 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h22 | 8:54 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Kodama 967 | 7:37 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 2h29 | 10:06 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 53 | 7:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 9:02 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 53 | 7:41 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h21 | 9:02 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 201 | 7:48 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 9:11 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 201 | 7:50 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h21 | 9:11 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Mizuho 615 | 7:54 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h21 | 9:15 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 55 | 8:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 9:27 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 55 | 8:02 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 9:27 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 79 | 8:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h31 | 9:46 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 79 | 8:17 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h29 | 9:46 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Sakura 773 | 8:20 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h31 | 9:51 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 207 | 8:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 9:55 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 207 | 8:32 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 9:55 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Kodama 969 | 8:37 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 2h16 | 10:53 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 57 | 8:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 10:02 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 57 | 8:41 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h21 | 10:02 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 209 | 8:48 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 10:15 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 209 | 8:50 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 10:15 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 81 | 9:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h30 | 10:30 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 81 | 9:02 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h28 | 10:30 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 59 | 9:21 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 10:44 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 59 | 9:23 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h21 | 10:44 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Kodama 973 | 9:28 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 2h13 | 11:41 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 83 | 9:36 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h31 | 11:07 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 83 | 9:38 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h29 | 11:07 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 87 | 10:06 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h26 | 11:32 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 87 | 10:08 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h24 | 11:32 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 89 | 10:27 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 11:54 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 89 | 10:29 PM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 11:54 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, June 8 | |||||
Mizuho 601 | 6:00 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 7:25 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Hikari 681 | 6:06 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h48 | 7:54 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Sakura 741 | 6:25 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h32 | 7:57 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Sakura 743 | 6:50 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h28 | 8:18 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Kodama 939 | 6:59 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 2h27 | 9:26 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 101 | 7:09 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 8:36 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 101 | 7:11 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 8:36 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Mizuho 603 | 7:23 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h26 | 8:49 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Hikari 731 | 7:32 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h32 | 9:04 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Hikari 731 | 7:34 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h30 | 9:04 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Kodama 941 | 7:40 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 2h29 | 10:09 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Mizuho 605 | 7:50 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h20 | 9:10 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 103 | 7:54 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 9:17 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 103 | 7:56 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h21 | 9:17 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Sakura 745 | 8:00 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h28 | 9:28 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Hikari 733 | 8:13 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h43 | 9:56 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Hikari 733 | 8:15 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h41 | 9:56 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 99 | 8:16 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 9:39 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 99 | 8:18 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h21 | 9:39 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 1 | 8:22 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 9:49 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 1 | 8:24 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 9:49 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 3 | 8:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 10:02 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 3 | 8:41 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h21 | 10:02 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Hikari 735 | 8:42 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h51 | 10:33 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Hikari 735 | 8:44 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h49 | 10:33 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Sakura 747 | 8:53 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h29 | 10:22 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 5 | 9:00 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 10:27 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 5 | 9:02 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 10:27 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 7 | 9:15 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 10:42 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 7 | 9:17 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 10:42 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Sakura 749 | 9:20 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h31 | 10:51 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Kodama 945 | 9:32 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 2h35 | 12:07 PM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 9 | 9:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h23 | 11:02 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 9 | 9:41 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h21 | 11:02 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Mizuho 607 | 9:54 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h26 | 11:20 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 11 | 10:00 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h27 | 11:27 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Nozomi 11 | 10:02 AM Shin-Osaka Station | 1h25 | 11:27 AM Hiroshima Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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By Maria Kofou
If you’re traveling across Japan, the train from Osaka to Hiroshima is one of the most efficient and rewarding routes you can take. The journey combines speed, comfort, and incredible scenery, making it ideal whether you’re planning a day trip or continuing your itinerary further west. During my time in Japan, I took this route on the Shinkansen and found it to be one of the smoothest long-distance train experiences I’ve ever had. Here’s everything you need to know before making the trip yourself.

The first glimpse of Hiroshima station
Trains between Osaka and Hiroshima are operated by JR (Japan Railways), with the Shinkansen (bullet train) being the fastest and most popular option. The journey connects Shin-Osaka Station with Hiroshima Station, covering approximately 330 km. Depending on the train type, the journey takes between 1 hour 30 minutes and 2 hours, making it one of the fastest ways to travel such a distance in Japan. There are three main Shinkansen services on this route: Nozomi (fastest at 1h 30m), Sakura (slightly slower but still very fast), and Hikari (slower with more stops).
I booked my ticket in advance using Omio to better understand schedules and available options, although tickets can also be easily purchased at the station. For this journey, I chose the Shinkansen Sakura, and from the moment I boarded, everything felt incredibly efficient. Trains arrive exactly on time, and within minutes, you’re already moving at high speed.
Most journeys begin at Shin-Osaka Station, the main hub for Shinkansen services. It’s easily accessible from central Osaka via metro or local JR lines, and I arrived about 30 minutes early to navigate comfortably. The station is modern and extremely organized, with clear signage in English and designated boarding areas marked on the platform.
The train arrives at Hiroshima Station, which is well-connected and easy to navigate. From there, you can take a tram, bus, or taxi to reach the main attractions. The Peace Memorial Park, Atomic Bomb Dome, and city center are about 15–20 minutes away by tram. I chose to take the tram, which gave me a nice first impression of the city.
One of the biggest advantages of this route is frequency. Shinkansen trains run every 10–20 minutes throughout the day. The first trains usually depart around 6:00 AM, with services running until around 10:00–11:00 PM. I personally took a 9:20 AM Sakura Shinkansen, which arrived in Hiroshima at around 10:55 AM, exactly on time.
The onboard experience is one of the highlights of this journey. Even in standard class, seats are spacious, comfortable, and reclinable, with plenty of legroom. There are tray tables, power outlets, and large windows, perfect for enjoying the scenery. The train is extremely clean and quiet, creating a calm atmosphere throughout the ride. There are also restrooms, vending machines, and occasionally food carts passing through. Eating a bento box on the Shinkansen is almost a tradition, and I highly recommend it.
Tickets are more expensive than shorter routes, but the speed and quality of the experience fully justify the cost. Shinkansen (Sakura/Hikari) costs around €60–€75. If you’re traveling more extensively around Japan, the Japan Rail Pass fully covers the JR trains on this route, including the Shinkansen (on applicable services), making it an excellent option for longer itineraries.
| Item | Cost (eur) |
|---|---|
| Ticket price | €70 |
| Food & drinks | €10 |
| Travel to departure station | €3 |
| Travel from arrival station | €3 |
| Total | € 86 |
The Osaka to Hiroshima train is one of the best long-distance routes you can experience in Japan. Fast, reliable, and incredibly comfortable, it perfectly showcases the efficiency of the Shinkansen network. Whether you’re visiting Hiroshima for its history or continuing your journey further west, this train ride is an experience in itself and one you won’t forget.

Welcome to Hiroshima train sign
Trains from Osaka to Hiroshima run on average 108 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€56) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by bus.
There are 108 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 22:29. The fastest train covers the 174 miles (281 km) distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 174 miles (281 km) |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€56) |
Trains per day 108 |
Direct trains 108 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 10:29 PM |
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Discover the best of Hiroshima — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hiroshima trip today.
The city’s most important museum, documenting the atomic bombing and Hiroshima’s message of peace through powerful artifacts and testimony.
A respected art museum near Hiroshima Castle, known for European Impressionist works and Japanese modern art in a calm setting.
Japan’s first public contemporary art museum, featuring rotating exhibitions and a hilltop location with striking modern architecture.
The city’s most important public space, combining memorials, river views, and reflective walking paths at the heart of Hiroshima.
A beautifully landscaped Japanese garden with ponds, bridges, and teahouse scenery, especially photogenic in spring and autumn.
Hiroshima’s main covered shopping street, lively and easy to explore on foot, with a strong local urban atmosphere.
A layered savory pancake with batter, cabbage, bean sprouts, pork, noodles, egg, and sauce. Hiroshima is especially famous for this local style.
Hiroshima is one of Japan’s best-known oyster regions. They are commonly served raw, grilled, fried, or in hot pot during the cooler months.
A local specialty of grilled conger eel served over rice, especially associated with nearby Miyajima. It is prized for its delicate flavor.
A historic, established restaurant famous for anago meshi near Miyajimaguchi. It is one of the most recognized places to try this regional specialty.
A respected Miyajima restaurant specializing in Hiroshima oysters and seafood dishes, with a polished atmosphere and strong local reputation.
A famous multi-floor okonomiyaki complex housing many long-running stalls. It is one of the best-known places to try Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki in a lively setting.
Moderate by Japanese city standards. Casual meals are affordable, while hotels and fine dining cost more in peak travel periods.
Tipping is not expected in Japan. Service is included. Do not leave cash on tables; rounding up is uncommon.
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Hiroshima Station -> Kamiya-cho
The Osaka to Hiroshima bullet train is one of the most popular rail journeys in western Japan, connecting two of the country's most visited cities in just under 90 minutes. The route is served by the Sanyo Shinkansen, operating between Shin-Osaka Station (5-16 Nishinakajima, Yodogawa Ward, Osaka 532-0011) and Hiroshima Station (2-37 Matsubaracho, Minami Ward, Hiroshima 732-0822), making it a fast and comfortable alternative to flying or taking the highway bus.
Trains on this corridor run frequently throughout the day, with departures roughly every 10 to 20 minutes depending on the service type. The two main Shinkansen services that cover this route are the Nozomi and the Hikari. The Nozomi is the fastest option, completing the journey in approximately 45 to 55 minutes with fewer stops, while the Hikari takes around 75 to 90 minutes but is covered by the JR Pass, making it the preferred choice for pass holders. If you are not in a rush, the Kodama service also runs the route but stops at every station, extending the travel time to over two hours.
Best time of year to travel The Osaka to Hiroshima route is busy year-round, but the most popular seasons are spring (late March to early May) for cherry blossom season and autumn (mid-October to late November) for fall foliage. During Golden Week (late April to early May), the Obon festival (mid-August), and the New Year holidays, trains can fill up quickly, so reserving your seat well ahead of time is strongly recommended. Traveling in June or September tends to be quieter and more affordable, though Japan's rainy season (tsuyu) typically runs through June and into mid-July.
We recommend using the JR Pass for traveling in trains all around Japan to save more money if you pretend to do many trips. You can check the correct prices for every station or shinkansen connection in Omio's JR Pass information.
The Shinkansen experience between Osaka and Hiroshima is a hallmark of Japanese rail travel — smooth, punctual, and remarkably quiet. Trains on the Sanyo Shinkansen line run with an average delay of under one minute, making them one of the most reliable forms of transport in the world.
Seating and classes Shinkansen trains on this route are divided into three classes: Ordinary (standard class), Green Car (business class), and, on select services, Gran Class (premium class). Ordinary seats are spacious by international standards, with comfortable reclining options and a fold-out tray table. Green Car seats offer noticeably wider spacing and a quieter atmosphere, making them a good choice for those wanting extra comfort on longer journeys.
Best seats to reserve If you want to enjoy views of the Japanese countryside during the ride, aim for window seats on the right-hand side (D or E seats, depending on the car configuration) when traveling from Osaka toward Hiroshima. On clear days, you may catch glimpses of the Seto Inland Sea and mountain scenery. If you are sensitive to sunlight in the afternoon, the left-hand side offers more shade during westbound journeys later in the day.
For those traveling with luggage, seats at the rear of each car (the last row) offer a small space behind the headrest for bags, or you can use the overhead shelves. Oversized baggage must be reserved in advance since May 2020 under JR's luggage policy, so plan accordingly if you are traveling with large suitcases.
Food and drink While the journey is short enough that a full meal is not necessary, you are welcome to bring food and drinks on board. Picking up an ekiben (station bento box) from the vendors inside Shin-Osaka Station before boarding is a classic part of the Shinkansen experience. The station has a wide selection of regional bento options, from sushi sets to grilled chicken rice boxes. Vending machines are available between cars on most trains.
Wi-Fi and connectivity Free onboard Wi-Fi is available on Shinkansen services operated by JR West on this route. Connection quality is generally reliable but can intermittently drop when passing through tunnels.
Arriving at Hiroshima Station Hiroshima Station (2-37 Matsubaracho, Minami Ward, Hiroshima 732-0822) is a modern, recently renovated transport hub located on the eastern edge of the city center. From the station, you can reach the main sightseeing areas by tram (streetcar), bus, or taxi within 15 to 30 minutes.
Getting to Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park The most visited site in the city, the Peace Memorial Park, is approximately 2 kilometers from Hiroshima Station. The easiest way to get there is by Hiroshima Electric Railway (tram), taking Line 2 or Line 6 toward Hiroshima Port and alighting at Genbaku Dome-mae stop. The journey takes around 15 minutes and costs ¥180. A one-day tram pass (¥700) is a cost-effective option if you plan to use the tram multiple times during the day.
Day trip to Miyajima Island One of the most popular excursions from Hiroshima is the short trip to Miyajima Island (officially Itsukushima), famous for its iconic floating torii gate. From Hiroshima Station, take the JR Sanyo Line to Miyajimaguchi Station (approximately 25 minutes), then board the JR Ferry to the island (10 minutes). The entire journey from the station takes around 40 minutes. JR Pass holders can use both the train and the JR Ferry to Miyajima at no extra cost, making this an excellent add-on to any itinerary.
Onward travel to Fukuoka (Hakata) If you are continuing westward, Hiroshima is also a convenient gateway to Fukuoka. The Nozomi Shinkansen covers the Hiroshima to Hakata route in approximately 50 minutes, while the Hikari (JR Pass-eligible) takes around 70 minutes.
Hiroshima is a city that carries profound historical significance, but it is also a vibrant, forward-looking place with excellent food, warm hospitality, and a well-organized tourist infrastructure that makes it easy to navigate even for first-time visitors.
Getting your bearings The city center is compact and manageable. The tram network is the backbone of local transport and covers most of the main attractions. A Hiroshima Tourist Pass (available at the station tourist information office) gives unlimited use of trams and select buses and may include the ferry to Miyajima depending on the version you purchase — worth considering if you plan to do a lot of sightseeing in a single day.
Must-see attractions
Local food to try Hiroshima is renowned for its own style of okonomiyaki — a savory layered pancake made with cabbage, noodles, and a variety of toppings, distinct from the Osaka version where ingredients are mixed together. Head to Okonomimura, a multi-story building in the city center housing dozens of okonomiyaki restaurants, for an authentic and social dining experience. Hiroshima oysters, typically in season from October to March, are also considered among the finest in Japan.
Practical tips for first-time visitors
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Osaka to Hiroshima by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hiroshima, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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