Day trip from Osaka to Hirakata
Hirakata lies 19 km (12 mi) north-east of Osaka, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 19 km (12 mi) apart, Hirakata is a realistic day trip from Osaka: about 19 min each way by road.
| Osaka | Hirakata | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 2.8 million | 406,331 |
| Elevation | 4 m (13 ft) | 17 m (56 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Postal codes | 017-0292–981-1596 | 270-0105–999-7681 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Hirakata
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Staying in Hirakata
Our booking partner lists 12 places to stay in Hirakata. Of the 6 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (2). Guests have left 1,103 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Hirakata
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Common questions
How far is Hirakata from Osaka?
19 km (12 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Osaka; by road roughly 23 km (14 mi).
How long does it take to get from Osaka to Hirakata by road?
About 19 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Osaka and Hirakata?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where can I stay in Hirakata?
Our booking partner lists 12 places to stay in Hirakata, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.