Osaka to Kamakura by train
Kamakura lies 375 km (233 mi) east of Osaka, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 3 min at the speeds typical of Japan rail, over roughly 457 km (284 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Osaka | Kamakura | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 2.8 million | 172,929 |
| Elevation | 4 m (13 ft) | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Stations on record | Kyōbashi Station, Ōsaka Abenobashi Station, Ōsaka Namba Station | Kamakura Station, Inamuragasaki Station, Kamakurakōkōmae Station |
| Postal codes | 017-0292–981-1596 | 125-0053–956-0115 |
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Common questions
How far is Kamakura from Osaka?
375 km (233 mi) in a straight line, east of Osaka; by road roughly 457 km (284 mi).
How long does it take to get from Osaka to Kamakura by train?
About 2 h 3 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Osaka and Kamakura?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.