The cheapest and fastest trains from Osaka to Saga
Cheapest price on Sep 11
€84
Average ticket price on Sep 11
€88
Fastest journey on Sep 11
2 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 11
2 h 34 m
Trains on Sep 11
3
Distance
506 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Osaka to Saga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Osaka to Saga will cost around €88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €84.
On Fri, Sep 11, we found 3 trains from Osaka to Saga, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 11 the direct trains cover the 506 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Fri, Sep 11 the slowest trains will take 2 h 41 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.
3:20 AM2h41Osaka6:01 AMSaga€841One-way0 transfers
11:16 PM2h30Osaka1:46 AMSaga€891One-way0 transfers
10:54 PM2h30Osaka1:24 AMSaga€901One-way0 transfers
10:54 PM2h30Osaka1:24 AMSaga€901One-way0 transfers
11:16 PM2h30Osaka1:46 AMSaga€891One-way0 transfers
3:20 AM2h41Osaka6:01 AMSaga€841One-way0 transfers
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Travel Information
Compare train and ferry for Osaka to Saga
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Osaka to Saga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of €43 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €43, while a train costs an average of €85.
Distance: 506 km
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€85 Average price | €43 Average price Cheapest | €64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 30m Average total duration 12h 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 7h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Osaka to Saga:
A ferry is €42 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Osaka to Saga costing on average €85.
Other travel options to Saga take longer:
Ferry takes on average 12h 30m.
Live departures
Osaka to Saga train times
The table below shows live departures for Osaka to Saga trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:20 AM Osaka | 2h41 | 6:01 AM Saga | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:54 PM Osaka | 2h30 | 1:24 AM Saga | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:16 PM Osaka | 2h30 | 1:46 AM Saga | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 12 | |||||
![]() | 3:20 AM Osaka | 2h41 | 6:01 AM Saga | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:02 AM Osaka | 2h28 | 8:30 AM Saga | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:54 PM Osaka | 2h30 | 1:24 AM Saga | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:16 PM Osaka | 2h30 | 1:46 AM Saga | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Osaka to Saga
Trains from Osaka to Saga run on average 144 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €83 but you can travel from only €43 by ferry.
There are 144 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 506 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 506 km |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price €83 |
Trains per day 144 |
Direct trains 144 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 9:23 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
FAQs: Trains from Osaka to Saga
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Osaka to Saga 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 Saga, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Osaka to Saga
Most Osaka to Saga trains use the Shin-Osaka Station to Hakata Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Osaka and Saga train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Osaka station do trains to Saga leave from?
Getting to Shin-Osaka Station from Osaka city centre
Shin-Osaka Station is 4 km from Osaka city centre. Public transport options include:
Shin-Osaka Station train station facilities and services
Shin-Osaka Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Eki Marche Shin-Osaka offers a variety of dining options, including local delicacies like takoyaki and bento boxes.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is generally reliable inside the Shinkansen ticketed area and in cafés. ATMs are seven Bank (inside Book Studio), Sumitomo Mitsui Bank (06:30-23:00), MUFG Bank (06:30-23:00).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Shin-Osaka Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Shin-Osaka Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shin-Osaka Station: Elevators and escalators are available; barrier-free access is provided.
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