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The best way to travel from Hiroshima to Osaka is by highway bus! Compared to the Shinkansen or flights, highway buses are not only more affordable but also offer a greater variety of drop-off locations, making them an attractive option.

When you take a highway bus from Hiroshima to Osaka, you have the flexibility to choose from several major drop-off points in Osaka, including central locations like Umeda, the popular tourist areas of Namba and Dotonbori, and Tennoji. Additionally, the highway bus also offers direct service to the highly popular Universal Studios Japan (USJ), allowing you to select the most convenient drop-off point based on your itinerary.

The journey from Hiroshima to Osaka by highway bus takes approximately 6 to 8 hours (exact times vary depending on the bus service). If you choose an overnight bus, you can get a full night's sleep on board, saving on accommodation costs and making your trip to Japan more efficient. Highway buses provide comfortable seats and spacious interiors, ensuring you can relax and rest during your journey.

Furthermore, highway buses offer great flexibility with a range of departure times, including daytime and overnight services, so you can choose the departure time that best fits your schedule. This flexibility not only saves you money but also allows you to make the most of your time, ensuring a smoother and more enjoyable journey.

In summary, traveling from Hiroshima to Osaka by highway bus is the most economical and convenient option. It saves you money while offering flexible schedules and multiple drop-off points to choose from. Be sure to book your seat in advance to secure your spot and enjoy the convenience and comfort that the highway bus provides, ensuring a smooth and pleasant journey from Hiroshima to Osaka.

If you're planning to travel from Hiroshima to Osaka, be sure to choose the highway bus for an affordable, comfortable, and efficient travel experience!

If the bus code starts with an X or a Z then you can make a booking from one month in advance. For all other buses, bookings can be made between 1 and 4 months before the intended departure date. We suggest that you visit our website closer to your desired departure date and make a booking then.

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Luggage

How about luggage size?
Stored luggage sizes vary by bus booked.
Please check the specific details for the bus that you intend on using.
(There are even some buses that have no trunk available)

In terms of carry on luggage there is not a specific size limit, but the passenger must be able to carry it on their lap or by their feet without causing an inconvenience to other passengers.

Suitcases are not allowed aboard the bus as they may prevent passengers from reclining their seats. We also ask that customers refrain from putting luggage in the aisles.
What is the size of luggage we can store in the trunk?
Luggage sizes vary by bus booked.
Please check the specific details for the bus that you intend on using.
(There are even some buses that have no trunk available)

If you wish to make an inquiry regarding this please inform us of the following.

・Luggage size（length x width x height 3 dimensions）：
・Amount of luggage：
・If it is not a suitcase or a travel bag、Type of luggage：
・Prospective bus name：

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Does size of a suitcase include the suitcase wheels?
Suitcase wheels are included in the measurement for height.
What do we do if the size of our suitcase exceeds the size given?
The bus staff will not physically measure your luggage, but if it is too large to fit in the trunk or is clearly over-sized, the bus staff may refuse to carry it on board.
If there is trunk space then at the bus staff's discretion, you may be allowed to carry it on board.
This can not be guaranteed so we request that all customers bring luggage that fits within the size perimeters given.

There is no set size limit for carry on luggage.
However, it needs to be carried on the passengers lap or stored by their feet.
If you have 2 or more pieces of luggage we suggest that you split them and store one in the trunk and carry one aboard the bus.
If the luggage we have is larger than allowed in the rules, can we pay a surcharge to have them carried in the trunk?
Unfortunately you can not pay for excess baggage.

The bus staff will not physically measure your luggage, but if it is too large to fit in the trunk or is clearly over-sized, the bus staff may refuse to carry it on board.
If there is trunk space then at the bus staff's discretion, you may be allowed to carry it on board.
This can not be guaranteed so we request that all customers bring luggage that fits within the size perimeters given.

There is no set size limit for carry on luggage.
However, it needs to be carried on the passengers lap or stored by their feet.
If you have 2 or more pieces of luggage, we suggest that you split them and store one in the trunk and carry one aboard the bus.
How about carry-on luggage?
In terms of carry-on luggage there is no specific size limits, but the passenger must be able to carry it on their lap or by their feet without causing an inconvenience to other passengers.

Suitcases are not allowed aboard the bus as they may prevent passengers from reclining their seats.
We also ask that customers refrain from putting luggage in the aisles.
Can we store bikes,musical instruments, and sports equipment on the bus?
This will depend on the bus booked.
Please check the rules regarding luggage size and what can be carried on board. This can be found on the bus details page.
Although it is rare, there are buses with no available trunk space.

Also bicycles (including folding bikes) musical instruments and sports equipment may not be able to be stored in the trunk of the bus to prevent damage during travel.

If you are not able to store your items on the bus, you may have to find another means of transporting your items.
Can we carry pets on board?
Unfortunately, as not to be a nuisance to other passengers pets are not allowed to be carried on board or stored in the trunk.
We ask for your understanding.
Can we store wheelchairs on board?
This will be dependent on the bus in question.

We can inform you whether or not the bus company can fulfill your request.
Please inform us of the following details.

・Wheelchair（Width,length and height）：
・Other luggage（Width,length and height）：
・Number of luggage excluding wheelchair：
・If there is luggage other than suitcases or travel bags, please inform us of their details：
・Prospective bus name：

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Luggage left behind

I forgot something on the bus.
We will confirm whether or not your lost property is found on the bus.
Please inform us of the details below to the customer center of Kosokubus.com.

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◆Requirements

Booking number:
Lost item:
Colour and shape (as specific as possible):
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If your lost property is found there are two ways of retrieving it.
1. Collect it from the bus company's lost property office. (free)
2. Postage withing Japan using payment on receipt (requires a fee)*

* We can not confirm the price of the payment on receipt postal service, this will be confirmed when you receive the item.

Please note that we can not post lost property overseas. We appreciate your understanding.