Planning your visit to Expo 2025 Osaka? Figuring out transportation can be tricky, but luckily, the Expo 2025 Osaka Shuttle Bus makes it easy. This guide walks you through the key details of 10 different shuttle bus routes, so you can choose the one that fits your schedule, budget, and location best. You’ll find a smooth and stress-free shuttle bus option to get to Expo 2025 Osaka, whether you’re coming from nearby stations, airports, or even from Tokyo.
Direct Access: Shuttle buses arrive at the West Gate of the Expo venue, ensuring easy and comfortable access.
Advance Reservations: Except for departures from Busta Shinjuku, all routes require advance reservations via the KANSAI MaaS app.
Luggage Restrictions: Large luggage, such as carts and suitcases, is not permitted on shuttle buses.
Comfortable Travel: Advance reservations guarantee seating, making your journey more comfortable.
- What Is the Expo 2025 Osaka Shuttle Bus?
- Shuttle Bus Routes and Fares
- Route Comparison: Fares and Travel Times
- Route 1: Sakurajima Station
- Route 2: Osaka Station (South) Marubiru Expo Bus Terminal
- Route 3: Keihan Nakanoshima Station
- Route 4: Kintetsu Osaka Uehommachi Station
- Route 5: Osaka Abenobashi Station
- Route 6: Nankai Namba Station
- Route 7: Shin-Osaka Station
- Route 8: Osaka (Itami) Airport
- Route 9: Kansai International Airport (KIX)
- Route 10: Busta Shinjuku (Tokyo)
- Everything You Need to Know About Expo 2025 Osaka Shuttle Buses
What Is the Expo 2025 Osaka Shuttle Bus?
Source: Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition
The Expo 2025 Osaka Shuttle Bus offers direct service to the Expo venue’s West Gate, taking the hassle out of navigating public transportation. With multiple departure points, the shuttle bus makes it easy to get to the Expo no matter where you’re starting from. Plus, most routes require advance reservations through the KANSAI MaaS app.
Shuttle Bus Routes and Fares
The Expo 2025 Osaka Shuttle Bus connects the Expo site with various departure points across Osaka, Kansai, and even Tokyo. Here’s a breakdown of the main routes, fares, and travel times.
| Departure Point | Fare (JPY) | Approx. Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| Sakurajima Station | 350 | ~15 mins |
| JR Osaka Station (South) Marubiru Expo Bus Terminal | 1,000 | ~30 mins |
| Keihan Nakanoshima Station | 1,000 | ~30 mins |
| Kintetsu Osaka Uehommachi Station | 1,200 | ~40 mins |
| Osaka Abenobashi Station | 1,200 | ~45 mins |
| Nankai Namba Station | 1,300–1,500 | ~30 mins |
| Shin-Osaka Station | 1,500 | ~30 mins |
| Osaka (Itami) Airport | 1,800 | ~50 mins |
| Kansai International Airport (KIX) | 2,500 | ~1 hr 13 mins |
| Shinjuku Express Bus Terminal (Tokyo) | 8,500 | ~9 hr 25 mins |
Route Comparison: Fares and Travel Times
Here’s a detailed look at the 10 shuttle bus routes, including how much each costs, how long the ride takes, and whether you need a reservation.
Route 1: Sakurajima Station
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This is the most affordable and quickest option for travelers already near Universal City or the Sakurajima area.
The shuttle buses generally run every 5 to 10 minutes between 8 AM and 5 PM. The last buses of the day depart at 8 PM sharp. Starting from May 30 (Friday), morning buses departing until 10:30 AM will be reserved exclusively for those with advance bookings and payments.
| Fare (JPY) | Approx. Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 350 | ~15 minutes |
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JR Sakurajima Station – Expo Venue Shuttle Bus Timetable & Boarding Location
| Time | JR Sakurajima Station → Expo Venue | Expo Venue → JR Sakurajima Station |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00 | First bus at 8:10 (runs approx. every 5 mins) | 30 |
| 9:00–11:00 | Runs approx. every 5 mins | 00 / 30 |
| 12:00 | Runs approx. every 5 mins | 00 / 30 / 40 / 50 |
| 13:00 | Runs approx. every 5 mins | Runs approx. every 10 mins |
| 14:00–15:00 | Runs approx. every 5–10 mins | Runs approx. every 5 mins |
| 16:00 | Runs approx. every 5 mins | Runs approx. every 5 mins |
| 17:00 | Runs approx. every 5–10 mins | Runs approx. every 5 mins |
| 18:00 | 00 / 15 / 30 / 45 | Runs approx. every 5 mins |
| 19:00 | 00 / 30 | Runs approx. every 5 mins |
| 20:00 | 00 (last bus) | Runs approx. every 5 mins |
| 21:00–22:00 | – | Runs approx. every 5 mins |
| 23:00 | – | 00 / 05 / 10 |
After exiting the ticket gate at Sakurajima Station, please follow the guidance and directions from the staff.
Route 2: Osaka Station (South) Marubiru Expo Bus Terminal
Source: Impress Corporation
A convenient choice if you’re near Umeda or central Osaka.
The shuttle bus from Osaka Station (South) to the Expo venue requires advance reservation via the KANSAI MaaS app. On weekdays, there’s about one bus per hour, and on weekends and holidays, there are only one to two buses per hour, so the service is relatively limited.
| Fare (JPY) | Approx. Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 1,000 | ~30 minutes |
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JR Osaka Station (Marubiru) – Expo Venue Shuttle Bus Timetable & Boarding Location
| Time | Weekdays | Weekends & Holidays |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00 | – | 40 |
| 8:00 | 00 | 20 |
| 9:00 | 00 | 00 / 30 |
| 10:00 | 15 | 00 / 40 |
| 11:00 | 15 | 15 |
| 12:00–14:00 | 00 | 00 |
| 15:00 | 00 / 55 | 00 |
| 16:00 | 20 | 00 / 20 |
| 17:00 | 35 | 40 |
Exit from JR Osaka Station’s Central South Gate, cross the pedestrian crossing, and walk straight ahead. The bus terminal is located on the right side of the Osaka Station South Intersection.
Route 3: Keihan Nakanoshima Station
Source: Wikipedia
Perfect for travelers staying around Nakanoshima or the Keihan line.
Shuttle buses from Keihan Nakanoshima Station to the Expo Venue require advance reservations and the KANSAI MaaS app. On weekdays, there is approximately one bus per hour, and on weekends and holidays, there are about one or two buses per hour, making the frequency relatively low.
| Fare (JPY) | Approx. Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 1,000 | ~30 minutes |
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Keihan Nakanoshima Station – Expo Venue Shuttle Bus Timetable & Boarding Location
| Time | Weekdays | Weekends & Holidays |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00 | 15 | 10 / 45 |
| 9:00 | 15 / 55 | 00 / 40 |
| 10:00 | 45 | 20 / 50 |
| 11:00 | 45 | 20 / 55 |
| 12:00-15:00 | 30 | 30 |
| 16:00 | 30 | 10 / 30 |
| 17:00 | 25 | 30 |
From Exit 3 of the Keihan Nakanoshima Station ticket gate (B1 floor), take the elevator or stairs to the ground level, and you will find the bus stop.
Route 4: Kintetsu Osaka Uehommachi Station
Source: Kintetsu Real Estate Co.,Ltd.
A great option for visitors coming from the southern or eastern parts of Osaka.
All shuttle buses from Kintetsu Osaka Uehommachi Station to the Expo venue require advance reservations, and you will need to download the KANSAI MaaS app. Buses operate from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on both weekdays and weekends, with only 1 to 2 buses per hour.
| Fare (JPY) | Approx. Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 1,200 | ~40 minutes |
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Kintetsu Osaka Uehommachi Station – Expo Venue Shuttle Bus Timetable & Boarding Location
| Time | Osaka Uehommachi Station → Expo Venue | Expo Venue → Osaka Uehommachi Station |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00 | 30 | — |
| 9:00–11:00 | 00 / 30 | — |
| 12:00 | 00 (last bus) | — |
| 13:00–19:00 | — | 00 / 30 |
| 20:00 | — | 00 |
From the underground platform (Nara Line, B2 level), go up to the ground floor. From the ground-level platform (Osaka Line), proceed straight ahead toward the bus terminal ticket gate on the ground floor. After exiting the bus terminal ticket gate, turn right and take the escalator or elevator up to the 2nd floor Kintetsu Uehommachi Bus Terminal. (About a 5 to 10-minute walk)
Route 5: Osaka Abenobashi Station
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Ideal if you’re staying near Tennoji or Abeno Harukas.
Within walking distance of Kintetsu Osaka Abenobashi Station, you’ll find JR Tennoji Station, Osaka Metro Tennoji Station and Abeno Station, and Hankai Tramway Tennoji-ekimae Station, offering convenient access. To reserve a shuttle bus, you will need to download the KANSAI MaaS app.
| Fare (JPY) | Approx. Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 1,200 | ~45 minutes |
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Osaka Abenobashi Station – Expo Venue Shuttle Bus Timetable & Boarding Location
| Time | Osaka Abenobashi Station → Expo Venue | Expo Venue → Osaka Abenobashi Station |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 | 00 | – |
| 11:00 | 00 (last bus) | – |
| 13:00–19:00 | – | 00 / 30 |
| 20:00 | – | 00 |
Exit the west gate of Kintetsu Osaka Abenobashi Station (ground level), turn right, and head outdoors. The “Kintetsu Bus Stop” will be just ahead. (About a 2-minute walk)
Route 6: Nankai Namba Station
Source: Yeah! Osaka Shopping Street Special Site
If you’re coming from Namba, this route gets you there in just about 30 minutes. Note that fares will increase starting July 19.
The Expo shuttle bus from Nankai Namba Station requires an advance reservation, and the KANSAI MaaS app must be downloaded.
| Fare (JPY) | Approx. Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 1,300 (until July 18) / 1,500 (from July 19) | ~30 minutes |
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Nankai Namba Station – Expo Venue Shuttle Bus Timetable & Boarding Location
| Time | Nankai Namba Station → Expo Venue | Expo Venue → Nankai Namba Station |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00 | 00 / 40 | – |
| 9:00 | 10 / 30 | – |
| 10:00 | 10 / 40 | – |
| 11:00 | 10 / 30 | 30 |
| 12:00 | 20 | 20 |
| 13:00 | 05 | 10 |
| 14:00 | 15 / 45 | 00 |
| 15:00 | 10 | 15 / 35 |
| 16:00 | 25 | 00 / 20 |
| 17:00 | 10 (last bus) | 10 / 45 |
| 18:00 | – | 00 / 30 |
| 19:00 | – | 10 / 50 |
| 20:00 | – | 30 |
| 21:00 | – | 05 / 45 |
| 22:00 | – | 20 |
From the 3rd floor North Ticket Gate, take the escalator to Swissôtel Nankai Osaka and follow the signs for the express bus stop to reach the express bus stop in front of the Swissôtel Nankai Osaka 5th floor entrance.
Route 7: Shin-Osaka Station
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This is a convenient option for travelers arriving from distant locations such as Tokyo by Shinkansen. Reservations for the shuttle bus require downloading the KANSAI MaaS app.
| Fare (JPY) | Approx. Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 1,500 | ~30 minutes |
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Shin-Osaka Station – Expo Venue Shuttle Bus Timetable & Boarding Location
| Time | Shin-Osaka Station → Expo Venue | Expo Venue → Shin-Osaka Station |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00 | 30 | – |
| 8:00–9:00 | 00 / 30 | – |
| 10:00 | 00 / 30 ★ | – |
| 11:00 | 00 | 00 / 30 ● |
| 12:00–13:00 | 00 | 00 |
| 14:00 | 00 / 30 ★ | 00 |
| 15:00 | 00 | 00 / 30 ● |
| 16:00 | 00 | 00 |
| 17:00–18:00 | 00 | 00 / 30 |
| 19:00–21:00 | – | 00 / 30 |
[Shinkansen] Exit from the “Central Ticket Gate” and proceed to the right, then go down to the 1st floor of the “Shin-Osaka Hankyu Building.”
[Conventional Lines] Exit from the “East Ticket Gate,” turn right, then turn right at the “Bunraku Doll” and proceed straight to the “Shin-Osaka Hankyu Building.”
Route 8: Osaka (Itami) Airport
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This route is perfect for travelers flying into Osaka’s domestic airport.
All shuttle bus services require advance reservations, and downloading the KANSAI MaaS app is necessary. Buses operate between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM on weekdays, weekends, and holidays, with 1–2 departures per hour.
| Fare (JPY) | Approx. Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 1,800 | ~50 minutes |
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Osaka (Itami) Airport – Expo Venue Shuttle Bus Timetable & Boarding Location
| Osaka (Itami) Airport | Expo Venue |
|---|---|
| 8:10 | 9:00 |
| 8:40 | 9:30 |
| 9:15 | 10:05 |
| 10:10 | 11:00 |
| 11:00 | 11:50 |
| 11:30 | 12:20 |
| 12:20 | 13:10 |
| 13:10 | 14:00 |
| 14:40 | 15:30 |
| 15:30 | 16:20 |
| 16:10 (Last bus) | 17:00 |
From Limousine Bus Stop No. 5 at Osaka (Itami) Airport, take the bus bound for “Osaka Kansai Expo Venue.”
Route 9: Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Source: the-kansai-guide.com
If you’re arriving from abroad, this shuttle takes you directly from KIX to the Expo venue.
The Expo shuttle bus departing from Kansai International Airport requires advance reservation for all services, and you need to download the KANSAI MaaS app.
| Fare (JPY) | Approx. Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 2,500 | ~1 hour 13 minutes |
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Kansai International Airport (KIX) – Expo Venue Shuttle Bus Timetable & Boarding Location
| Kansai International Airport Terminal 2 | Kansai International Airport Terminal 1 | Expo Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 9:47 | 10:00 | 11:00 |
| 11:17 | 11:30 | 12:30 |
| 12:47 | 13:00 | 14:00 |
Terminal 1 → Limousine Bus Stop: No. 10
Terminal 2 → Limousine Bus Stop: No. 10
Route 10: Busta Shinjuku (Tokyo)
Source: kanko-shinjuku.jp
For travelers coming from Tokyo areas such as Narita or Haneda, taking a night highway bus is a convenient option.
With WILLER EXPRESS, you can take a direct highway bus from “Busta Shinjuku” (Shinjuku Station South Exit) to the Osaka-Kansai Expo venue. The bus departs late at night and arrives early in the morning at the Expo site, allowing you to start your day smoothly.
The applicable bus routes are WX164 and WX268.
| Fare (JPY) | Approx. Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 8,500 | ~9 hours 25 minutes |
Everything You Need to Know About Expo 2025 Osaka Shuttle Buses
When to Catch the Shuttle Bus: Schedule Insights
Shuttle buses operate on specific schedules. It’s advisable to check the KANSAI MaaS app for the latest departure times and to make reservations accordingly.
How to Buy Tickets and Pay for the Shuttle Bus
Tickets can be purchased through the KANSAI MaaS app. Ensure you have a valid payment method set up in the app before booking.
Important Tips: Luggage Rules and What Not to Bring
Large luggage, such as carts and suitcases, is not permitted on shuttle buses. Please store such items in station or airport lockers, or at your accommodation, before boarding.
Quick Recap: Key Points About Expo 2025 Osaka Shuttle Buses
- Direct Access: Shuttle buses arrive at the Expo venue’s West Gate.
- Advance Reservations: Required for most routes via the KANSAI MaaS app.
- Luggage Restrictions: Large luggage is not allowed on shuttle buses.
- Comfort: Advance reservations ensure a seat and a comfortable journey.
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