How Do You Transfer from Kansai Airport to Osaka, Kyoto, or Nara via Haruka?
Kansai International Airport (KIX), as the main gateway for travelers visiting the Kansai region of Japan, always needs rapid and convenient transfers across
Japan. LIMITED JR HARUKA Express (Kansai Airport Express) covered with hello kitty theme fulfills these requirements excellently at an affordable price!
HARUKA Express takes only 30 minutes to reach Osaka and 75 minutes to Kyoto, and Trip.com provides great deals for buying tickets! In this guide, you will
find all details about ticket discounts, timetable, and easy ways to buy tickets to enjoy your wonderful journey!
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What to Know about Haruka Express?
The Haruka Express, also known as the Kansai-Airport Express "Haruka," is a limited express train service operated by West Japan Railway Company (JR West)
in Japan. With the speed of 130 km/h (80 mph), it takes only
- 30 minutes to travel from Kansai Airport to Osaka Tennoji
- 45 minutes to Osaka Umeda (Osaka Station)
- 50 minutes to Shin-Osaka Station
- 75 minutes to Kyoto.
By offering spacious seating and facilities to accommodate passengers with luggage, Haruka Express become popular choice for visitors.
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What's the Route Map of Haruka Express?
Route map of Haruka Express
Here are the main stations where the Haruka Express typically stops:
| Haruka Express Main Stations | ||||
Kansai Airport (KIX) | Osaka Tennoji | Osaka (Umeda) | Shin-Osaka | Kyoto |
What's the Timetable of Haruka Express?
Haruka Express operates one train every 30 to 40 minutes from 9 AM to 8 PM daily, and one train per hour outside of these hours.
From Kansai Airport (KIX) | ||||
| Weekdays | Saturdays-Sundays & Public Holidays | |||
First Train | Last Train | First Train | Last Train | |
Kansai Airport Station | 06:31 | 22:16 | 06:40 | 22:16 |
Osaka Tennoji Station (Arrival) | 07:20 | 22:49 | 07:18 | 22:49 |
Osaka (Umeda) Station (Arrival) | 07:37 | 23:03 | 07:32 | 23:03 |
Shin-Osaka Station (Arrival) | 07:42 | 23:08 | 07:38 | 23:08 |
Kyoto Station (Arrival) | 8:11 | 23:32 | 08:02 | 23:32 |
To Kansai Airport (KIX) | ||||
| Weekdays | Saturdays-Sundays & Public Holidays | |||
First Train | Last Train | First Train | Last Train | |
Kyoto Station | 05:45 | 20:30 | 05:45 | 20:30 |
Shin-Osaka Station | 06:16 | 20:58 | 06:16 | 20:58 |
Osaka (Umeda) Station | 06:22 | 21:03 | 06:22 | 21:03 |
Osaka Tennoji Station | 06:37 | 21:21 | 06:38 | 21:18 |
Kansai Airport Station (Arrival) | 07:10 | 21:59 | 07:10 | 21:55 |
Transport Method | Routes | Travel Time |
| Haruka Express | Kansai airport to Tennoji | 35 minutes |
Kansai airport to Osaka | 45 minutes | |
Kansai airport to Shin-Osaka | 50 minutes | |
Kansai airport to Kyoto | 1 hour 15 minutes |
After passing through the ticket barrier, passengers should pay attention to the timetable display to confirm their departure time, destination, and platform
number.
Image source: @ West JR official website | Train timetable
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How about the Ticket Price & Deals of Haruka Express?
Departure | Destinations | Adult Price (12+) | Child Price (6-11) | Special Note |
| Kansai-airport | Tennoji | $7.90 | $3.90 | For designated seat or the seat of the first class of HARUKA, extra express fee is required. |
Osaka &Shin-Osaka | $11.00 | $5.40 | ||
Kyoto | $13.40 | $6.60 | ||
Kobe | $12.10 | $6.00 | This package includes the transfer ticket. | |
Nara | $11.00 | $5.40 |
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How to Collect Haruka Express Tickets?
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What Are the Business Hours of Haruka Express?
Locations | Business Hours |
Kansai Airport Station | 05:30 - 23:00 |
Osaka Tennoji Station | 05:30 - 23:30 |
Osaka (Umeda) Station | 06:00 - 22:00 |
Shin-Osaka Station | 06:00 - 22:00 |
Kyoto Station | 06:30 - 21:00 |
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Haruka Express | 3 Ways to Collect Tickets
1. Haruka e-Ticket Machine
After successful reservation, the platform will automatically send a reservation success email to the reserved customer's mailbox. Please present the received
information verification code or QR code, and exchange it for a "ride ticket" at the manual ticket counter set up next to the ticket gate at Kansai Airport Station.
Step 1: Please scan the QR code on the machine.
Step 2: Select the train for boarding. You can choose a train within 5 minutes before departure.
Step 3: Please collect the ride ticket issued by the exchange machine and enter through the ticket gate with station staff.
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2. Green ticket-vending Machine
The green vending machine is the JR electronic ticket machine, with the screen offering language options such as Chinese, English, and Japanese. By following
the steps below, you can easily redeem the Haruka non-reserved seat tickets purchased via Trip.com. It’s very simple. The Haruka tickets bought through
Trip.com can redeem reserved seat tickets for FREE, making it very cost-effective. So, after collecting your non-reserved seat ticket, you can proceed to
exchange your reserved seat ticket.
For more details on Haruka ticket pickup and seat exchange procedures, see the official JR West reservation page here.
Please check out the following photo guide to exchange your Haruka Express tickets:
Step 1: Select the language you wish to use at the top right section. *The initial display is in Japanese.
Step 2: Select "Receive reserved ticket" to enter the detail page. *The screen may be different.
Step 3: Select "JR-WEST ONLINE TRAIN RESERVATION" to proceed. *The screen may be different.
Source: from West JR official website | Haruka Express ticket vending machine
Step 4: Payment was completed on credit: Insert the credit card you used when making reservations; Payment at the station: Press "QR code or reservation
number" and swipe the QR code you were issued when you made your reservation, or enter the reservation number.
Step 5: Enter the four-digit identification number issued when you made your reservation.
Source: from West JR official website | Enter your identification number
Step 6: Press "Confirm" to confirm the conditions of use (passport, entry visa, etc.). *Only applicable for special discount tickets
Step 7: Confirm and tap "Agree" that you accept the purpose for which your personal information will be used. *Only applicable for special discount tickets
Step 8: Swipe the passport page with your photograph on it. *A passport with an IC chip is required for this. If your passport does not have an IC chip,please go to the ticket office.
Source: from West JR official website | A passport with a IC chip is needed
Special Note: Payment at a "green" ticket vending machine can only be made in cash (Japanese yen). Green ticket vending machines may be used between 4:30 a.m. and 11:20 p.m. (Japan Standard Time)
3. White ticket-vending Machine
At Kansai Airport, there is a special white ticket machine. To travel to Tennoji Station, Osaka (Umeda) Station, Shin-Osaka Station, and Kyoto Station, simply
scan the QR code on your Trip.com voucher, and you can instantly collect your Haruka non-reserved seat ticket.
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How to Select Seats on Haruka Express?
The Haruka Express offers First Class (Green Car) and Ordinary Car seats. You can choose Non‑Reserved seats during off-peak times, but for peak seasons
(summer, Christmas, New Year) or longer trips like Kyoto, it’s recommended to exchange for Reserved Seats. Tickets bought via Trip.com include the fee for this
exchange, making it very cost-effective (sources: JR West)
Haruka Express Seats Information | |||
Haruka Express Seat Types | Need Additional separate tickets? | 9-Car Train | 6-Car Train |
First Class (Green) Car | Yes | 1st Car | 1st Car |
Ordinary Car (Reserved Seating) | / | 2th-4th & 8th-9th Car | 2th-4th Car |
Ordinary Car (Non-reserved Seating) | / | 5th-7th Car | 5th-6th Car |
Haruka Express | Seat Reservation Tips:
- If the reserved-seat car (car No. 4) of your train is crowded, you can use the unreserved seats.
- If the reserved seat tickets are sold out or if you haven't exchanged for reserved seat tickets in advance, you can use the ticket to directly board the non-reserved seats.
- If you have exchanged for a physical train ticket and the train you intended to board is cancelled before departure, you could use the unreserved seats on another "HARUKA" train or the Kansai-Airport RapidService.
Haruka Express | Reserving Seats Guide
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How about the Haruka Express Carriage?
What's the Hello Kitty Themed Carriage like?
The Hello Kitty Haruka Express offers a unique experience for fans of the iconic character, with Hello Kitty designs adorning both the exterior and interior of
the train. By making the journey even more enjoyable, many visitors or Hello Kitty fans will take photos to commemorate
Image source: Anonymous user @ Trip.com | Hello Kitty themed carriage
How about the Luggage Storage on Haruka Express?
Image source: Guest user @ Trip.com | Luggage storage space
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Source: from Hello Kitty Haruka website | Hello Kitty themed carriage inside
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FAQs about Haruka Express
What facilities are available on the Haruka Express?
Each train contains restroom facilities, a vending machine, luggage racks, and free Wi-Fi service.
Is Haruka express covered by JR Pass?
Yes, the Haruka Expressis covered by JR Pass. If you have an active JR Pass, you can use it to board the Haruka express without any additional cost.
Where can I buy the Haruka Express tickets?
You can buy tickets on Trip.com, Kansai Airport train station, other JR ticket offices, vending machines at train stations, etc
Do I need to reserve a seat on the Haruka Express?
Seat reservations are not mandatory, but they are recommended, especially during peak travel times. Reserved seats ensure you have a seat on the train.