Best way Osaka-Yokohama
Mar 27, 2023, 11:11 pm
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Best way Osaka-Yokohama
I would normally not think twice and take the Shinkansen.
But it seems like two transfers would be involved -one leg from Osaka station to Shin -Osaka another leg from Shin-Yokohama to Yokohama.
flight us somewhat cheaper then a Shinkansen ticket.
is it better to fly ITM-HND given the transfers? ( I’d likely spend for green class on the Shikansen, the flight seems short enough for coach).
thanks in advance.
PS total route is Conrad Osaka to Hyatt Regency Yokohama, will be sending the large bags ahead by courier.
But it seems like two transfers would be involved -one leg from Osaka station to Shin -Osaka another leg from Shin-Yokohama to Yokohama.
flight us somewhat cheaper then a Shinkansen ticket.
is it better to fly ITM-HND given the transfers? ( I’d likely spend for green class on the Shikansen, the flight seems short enough for coach).
thanks in advance.
PS total route is Conrad Osaka to Hyatt Regency Yokohama, will be sending the large bags ahead by courier.
Last edited by beachfan; Mar 27, 2023 at 11:20 pm
Mar 28, 2023, 2:44 am
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Flying ITM to HND also requires transfers. From the Conrad you will be taking a 45 minute bus ride or 20 minute cab to ITM, for example.
Do you normally only travel between hotels that are located at Shinkansen stations?
Do you normally only travel between hotels that are located at Shinkansen stations?
Mar 28, 2023, 3:12 am
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airport Limo goes directly to the Hyatt from Haneda is my understanding.
more transfers if by train than plane, but no security hassle. Time I guess is roughly the same.
more transfers if by train than plane, but no security hassle. Time I guess is roughly the same.
Last edited by beachfan; Mar 28, 2023 at 3:28 am
Mar 28, 2023, 3:27 am
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Mar 28, 2023, 9:06 am
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Take the train. The concept of multimodal/multi-transfer logistics for similar travel time at similar all-in cost eludes me.
Mar 31, 2023, 2:50 am
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Frankly the only reason you would want to fly+limo bus instead of train is luggage (and to some extent cost). It’s much easier to take the train if you courier your luggage ahead.
Mar 31, 2023, 5:06 am
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Flying is odd unless you have lots of points to burn for no fee, well basically no fee, redemption flights. BA Avios points accomplishes and I'm sure many ways to get the points for next to nothing if you don't have them. ITM is not particularly convenient IMO and seems like flying would be much longer. And hardly an inconvenient transfer from osaka to shin osaka. And if you are willing to pay to take the green car, take a taxi.
Maybe mods should merge with first time visitor thread.
Maybe mods should merge with first time visitor thread.
Mar 31, 2023, 8:31 am
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With luggage flying is probably better. I just did the ITM-HND domestic flight, and flight ticket was cheaper compared to Shinkansen. I had luggage I didn't want to bring on the train. JAL Explorer pass fares was cheap so it was an easy choice.
ITM is well connected with the Kanko Airport bus. From Haneda you can either take bus or Keikyu train to Yokohama.
ITM is well connected with the Kanko Airport bus. From Haneda you can either take bus or Keikyu train to Yokohama.
Mar 31, 2023, 8:49 am
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Also note that if you have Star or Oneworld elite status, you can get lounge access when flying domestic with NH/JL, and if you are using their mileage programs, the earnings for domestic flights are relatively generous. I used to prefer flying Tokyo-Osaka for those reasons, as well as the simpler fact that soaring through the air is always a little cooler than being on the ground.
Apr 7, 2023, 1:55 am
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Wound up shipping the big bags ahead snd flying Y. Could get the tickets for free since it was an AS award ticket.
security was a breeze. Lounge peaceful but offerings poor.
security was a breeze. Lounge peaceful but offerings poor.