How to Get from Shin-Osaka Station to Umeda Sky Building

JR Lines・Taxi

How Far Is It from Shin-Osaka Station to Umeda Sky Building? How to Get from Shin-Osaka Station to Umeda Sky Building?

The distance from Shin-Osaka Station to Umeda Sky Building is approximately 3 km. The most common and efficient way to travel is by JR Train combined with a short walk, typically taking 20 to 30 minutes depending on your chosen route and walking pace.

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Fastest

JR Lines

Transfer · 20m - 25m

¥180
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Direct

Taxi

Direct · 10m - 15m

¥1,500 - ¥2,200
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Shin-Osaka Station → Umeda Sky Building(JR Lines)

Compare Prices to Get from Shin-Osaka Station to Umeda Sky Building

Operators Price Duration Routes Features
JR Kyoto Line + Walk ¥180 25m Shin-Osaka Station -> Osaka Station (transfer) -> Walk to Umeda Sky Building Fastest rail option High frequency
Osaka Metro Midosuji Line + Walk ¥240 30m Shin-Osaka Station -> Umeda Station (transfer) -> Walk to Umeda Sky Building Alternative rail route Direct to Umeda district
JR Kyoto Line + Osaka Loop Line ¥180 28m Shin-Osaka Station -> Osaka Station -> Osaka Station (via Loop Line inner track) -> Walk Avoids crowded exits Consistent pricing

Compare Operators Between Shin-Osaka Station and Umeda Sky Building

Train
JR

JR Kyoto Line

Departure: Shin-Osaka Station
Arrival: Osaka Station
Duration: 25m
Price: ¥180
Walk

Walking

Departure: Osaka Station
Arrival: Umeda Sky Building
Duration: 25m
Price: ¥0

Shin-Osaka Station to Umeda Sky Building Travel Tips

Use the Underground Passage

When walking from Osaka Station, use the designated underground passage to cross under the railway tracks safely toward the Umeda Sky Building.

IC Card Usage

Use an IC card like ICOCA or Suica for seamless transfers between JR and other lines to save time buying paper tickets.

Peak Hour Crowds

Osaka Station is extremely busy during weekday rush hours (7:30–9:00 AM). Allow extra time for navigation if traveling then.

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Umeda
Osaka
| 0.07km from city center

Approximately 7 minutes walk from the Umekita underground exit of JR Osaka Station. A stay at The Westin Osaka places you in the heart of Osaka, steps from Umeda Sky Building and a 5-minute drive from Osaka Tenmangu. This hotel is 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Dotonbori and 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from Osaka Castle. Take time to pamper yourself with a visit to the full-service spa. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. Grab a bite to eat at AMADEUS, one of the hotel's many dining establishments, which include 3 restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Osaka? This hotel has 603 square feet (56 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. A free train station pick-up service is available, and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 303 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LED televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. ``We will collect an accommodation tax of 200 to 500 yen per person per night on-site. The amount of accommodation tax stated in the reservation notice may differ from the actual amount.

Umeda
Osaka
| 0.17km from city center

The Bijou Suites Sorriso is an ideal spot for travelers wanting to discover the city. The Bijou Suites Sorriso is an ideal choice for travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Osaka.

Boasting a convenient location, the hotel is just 900m from Nakatsu Station and 13km from Osaka Itami Airport. Transportation around the city is also convenient, with Umeda Metro Station within walking distance. With multiple attractions nearby including Umeda Sky Building Kuchu Teien Observatory, Umeda Arts Theater and Osaka Shiki Theater, guests will find plenty to keep themselves occupied.

In their spare time, guests can explore the hotel's surroundings.

Umeda
Osaka
| 0.17km from city center

The Bijou Suites Sorriso 2F is an ideal spot for travelers wanting to discover the city. The Bijou Suites Sorriso 2F is an ideal choice for travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Osaka.

With Nakatsu Station just 900m away and Osaka Itami Airport only 13km away, transportation is very convenient. Being just minutes away from Umeda Metro Station allows guests to explore the city with ease. The nearby area boasts an abundance of attractions including Billboard Live OSAKA, Umeda Sky Building and Umeda Sky Building Kuchu Teien Observatory.

In their spare time, guests can explore the hotel's surroundings.

Umeda
Osaka
| 0.31km from city center

In the Umekita area of Osaka, our hotel, designed by the award-winning Andre Fu, is surrounded by businesses, shopping centers, and restaurants. Our ideal location is within one hour from Kyoto, Kobe, and Nara. Our restaurants, fitness center, indoor pool, and spa complete your stay.The Waldorf Astoria Osaka stands as a symbol of modern luxury and timeless sophistication in the heart of Osaka's most vibrant and forward-thinking district, Umekita.Celebrated for its cutting-edge developments and dynamic atmosphere, is renowned for its dynamic blend of modern infrastructure and vibrant urban life with its forward-thinking fusion of business, culture, and shopping.A new era of luxury.

Umeda
Osaka
| 0.34km from city center

We're contemporary lifestyle Hotel, offering thriving public spaces and curated experiences that embody Osaka’s vibrancy and transcend the conventional. Just steps away from Osaka Station, with convenient access to major railways and airports, our location is the perfect hub for exploring Kansai. Enjoy our restaurants and bar, bicycle rentals, and fitness center, all tailored to suit your lifestyle.

We have changed the operating hours for some of our facilities. Please kindly check the hotel's official website for more details.

Umeda Sky Building
Observation Deck

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