There are three main ways to get to USJ from Kansai International Airport (KIX).
Each of them has its own fare, time required, and points to note, so I will explain them in detail starting with the next item.
Limousine Bus
Nankai Railway and JR
Limousine Bus
First, let us introduce access by bus!
Three airport limousine bus companies operate from Kansai International Airport to USJ.
The three companies are Hankyu Kanko Bus (HK), Hanshin Bus (HS), and Kintetsu Bus (KN).
Bus Timetable from Kansai Airport to USJ
https://www.hanshin-bus.co.jp/limo/index_k_tenpozan2.html
Time required
The standard travel time from Kansai International Airport to USJ by bus is approximately 70 minutes.
However, the time may vary depending on the congestion on the roads.
Fare
Bus fare for adults is 1,600 yen one way (2,900 yen round trip) and 800 yen for children.
Fares are the same for all three companies.
Regardless of the operating company, IC cards can be used.
If you have an IC card, it would be convenient to charge it in advance.
For those who frequently use this line to go to USJ, we also recommend the convenient smart phone coupon tickets.
Bus stop
There are bus stops at both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 for boarding the bus from Kansai Airport.
Bus reservations are not possible, so board the bus as it comes.
If you want to visit Universal Studios Japan, first make a ticket reservation!
If you have a discount coupon, you can make a reservation and purchase tickets online at a discount price.
JR
JR Kansai Airport Station is located toward Terminal 1, so leave Terminal 1 from the 2nd floor first.
There is also a Nankai Train station near the JR station, so be careful not to make a mistake!
JR Kansai Airport Station is the first station, so take the “Kansai Rapid” bound for Osaka from there.
This rapid train has reserved seats, so if you want to be sure of a seat, it is recommended to take a reserved seat.
It takes about one hour from Kansai Airport Station to Nishi-Kujo Station.
Once you arrive at Nishikujo Station, transfer to the JR Yumesaki Line bound for Sakurajima.
Universal City Station, the closest station to Universal Studios, is one stop before the last stop, Sakurajima!
Nankai Railway + JR
Kansai Airport Station on the Nankai Line is also the first station.
From Kansai Airport, board a train bound for “Airport Express Namba (Nankai Line)” on the Nankai Main Line and get off once at Shin-Imamiya Station.
Next, take the JR Osaka Loop Line train bound for Nishi-Kujo/Osaka.
After getting on this train, the route is the same as the JR one mentioned above.
At Nishi-Kujo, you can transfer to the Yumesaki Line to get to Universal City Station.
Cab
Travel time
By cab, the trip takes about 30-40 minutes.
It is faster than buses and trains!
Fare
Camry HV, etc. (capacity for 4 persons): 11,500 yen
Crown HV (capacity for 4 persons), Alphard HV/Vellfire HV (capacity for 5 persons): 13,800 yen
Grand Ace (capacity for 5 persons): 13,800 yen
Hiace (capacity for 9 persons): 19,800 yen
If you want to visit Universal Studios Japan, first make a ticket reservation!
If you have a discount coupon, you can make a reservation and purchase tickets online at a discount price.
