What is the cheapest way to get from Ōsaka to Kii-Tanabe?

The cheapest way to get from Ōsaka to Kii-Tanabe is to drive which costs ¥2300 - ¥3400 and takes 1h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ōsaka to Kii-Tanabe?

The fastest way to get from Ōsaka to Kii-Tanabe is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs ¥2300 - ¥3400.

Is there a direct bus between Ōsaka and Kii-Tanabe?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Osaka and arriving at Tanabe. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Ōsaka and Kii-Tanabe?

No, there is no direct train from Ōsaka to Kii-Tanabe. However, there are services departing from Yodoyabashi and arriving at Kii-Tanabe via Tennōji. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Ōsaka to Kii-Tanabe?

The distance between Ōsaka and Kii-Tanabe is 161 km. The road distance is 134.7 km.

How do I travel from Ōsaka to Kii-Tanabe without a car?

The best way to get from Ōsaka to Kii-Tanabe without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs ¥2400 - ¥3500.

How long does it take to get from Ōsaka to Kii-Tanabe?

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Ōsaka to Kii-Tanabe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ōsaka to Kii-Tanabe bus from?

Ōsaka to Kii-Tanabe bus services, operated by Meiko Bus, depart from Osaka station.

Where do I catch the Ōsaka to Kii-Tanabe train from?

Ōsaka to Kii-Tanabe train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Tennōji station.

Train or bus from Ōsaka to Kii-Tanabe?

The best way to get from Ōsaka to Kii-Tanabe is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs ¥2400 - ¥3500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3000 - ¥5000 and takes 3h 14m.

Where does the Ōsaka to Kii-Tanabe bus arrive?

Ōsaka to Kii-Tanabe bus services, operated by Meiko Bus, arrive at Tanabe station.

Where does the Ōsaka to Kii-Tanabe train arrive?

Ōsaka to Kii-Tanabe train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kii-Tanabe station.

Can I drive from Ōsaka to Kii-Tanabe?

Yes, the driving distance between Ōsaka to Kii-Tanabe is 135 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Ōsaka to Kii-Tanabe.

Where can I stay near Kii-Tanabe?

There are 336+ hotels available in Kii-Tanabe.

Ōsaka to Kii-Tanabe - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ōsaka to Kii-Tanabe by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tennōji to Kii-Tanabetrain Kuroshio 19 / ...
3h 9m
¥2,422–3,459
Drive 134.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Osaka to Kii-Tanabecar 134.7 km
1h 46m
¥2,337–3,375
Bus
1. Take the bus from Osaka to Tanabebus
3h 14m
¥3,000–5,000

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Distance: 160.5 km
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Ōsaka, Japan and Kii-Tanabe, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tennōji to Kii-Tanabe hourly. Tickets cost ¥2,200–3,200 and the journey takes 2h 4m. Alternatively, Meiko Bus operates a bus from Osaka to Tanabe every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥3,000–5,000 and the journey takes 3h 14m.

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