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Typical cost and journey time from Itami into central Osaka.
Airport limousine bus / monorail
CheapestFastestCost
About ¥680
Time
25–30 min to UmedaOsaka Station
- Hours
- About 6am–9pm
- Where to find it
- Bus stops outside arrivals.
- Good to know
- The Osaka Monorail connects to the Hankyu and Midosuji lines.
Taxi
Cost
About ¥6,000–8,000
Time
25–40 min
- Hours
- 24/7
- Where to find it
- Taxi ranks outside arrivals.
Uber / GO (taxi apps)
Cost
About ¥6,000–8,000
Time
25–40 min
- Hours
- 24/7
- Where to find it
- Taxi pick-up areas.
Our pick
Itami is far closer to the city than Kansai (KIX). The limousine bus is the easiest option with luggage.
Quick answers
The questions people ask most about Itami.
What's the cheapest way from Itami to central Osaka?
Airport limousine bus / monorail: About ¥680, taking 25–30 min to Umeda (Osaka Station).
How much is a taxi from ITM to central Osaka?
About ¥6,000–8,000. The ride takes 25–40 min.
What hours does the Airport limousine bus / monorail run?
About 6am–9pm.
Where do Uber / GO (taxi apps) pick up at Itami?
Taxi pick-up areas. Expect to pay about ¥6,000–8,000.
Where do I catch the Airport limousine bus / monorail?
Bus stops outside arrivals.
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