Willer Express (ウィラーエクスプレス, stylized WILLER EXPRESS) is a major highway bus company operating in Japan since 2005 with routes spanning almost the entire country, from Aomori Prefecture at the northern tip of the main island Honshu to the southern island Kyushu.
Traveling from Tokyo to Osaka by night bus is one of the most affordable ways to move between the two cities. Willer Express is a popular option, especially for travelers who want to keep costs low and travel overnight. This guide explains prices, booking, seat types, terminals, and what to expect onboard.
The WILLER Bus Terminal Osaka Umeda, located on the first floor of Umeda Sky Building, is a large facility that can also be used as a tourist information center. Equipped with free Wi-Fi, coin lockers, powder rooms, and charging stations, it is open to non-bus users as well. We will introduce you to the convenient facilities and access to this base for sightseeing in Osaka.
No signage of willer bus anywhere made us confused. Even the bus doesnt have a willer signage. You have to check the schedule at the schedule board. I have waited 25 minutes before the bus come at the platform 5, but the bus didnt come until 5 minutes before the depart time. I went to buy drink at mini market for a minute then comeback to the ...
An official app has been created by WILLER TRAVEL, where you can compare and book highway buses/night buses based on the lowest fares.
Willer Travel's major strong point for foreigners is the Japan Bus Pass, which is a pass for long-distance travel. It offers bus ride on overnight and daytime buses operated by Willer Travel.