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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Ōsaka and Tanabe?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Osaka and arriving at Tanabe City Hall. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Ōsaka and Tanabe?

No, there is no direct train from Ōsaka to 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 Tanabe?

The distance between Ōsaka and Tanabe is 161 km. The road distance is 134.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ōsaka to 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 Tanabe?

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

Where do I catch the Ōsaka to Tanabe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ōsaka to Tanabe train from?

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

Train or bus from Ōsaka to Tanabe?

The best way to get from Ōsaka to Tanabe is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs ¥2400 - ¥3500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3000 - ¥4900 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Ōsaka to Tanabe bus arrive?

Ōsaka to Tanabe bus services, operated by Meiko Bus, arrive at Tanabe City Hall station.

Where does the Ōsaka to Tanabe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ōsaka to Tanabe?

Yes, the driving distance between Ōsaka to Tanabe is 134 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Ōsaka to Tanabe.

Where can I stay near Tanabe?

There are 334+ hotels available in Tanabe.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Ōsaka to 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 134.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Osaka to Tanabecar 134.1 km
1h 46m
¥2,321–3,353
Bus
1. Take the bus from Osaka to Tanabe City Hallbus
3h 12m
¥3,000–4,900

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Distance: 160.5 km
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Ōsaka, Japan and Tanabe, Wakayama, 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 City Hall every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥3,000–4,900 and the journey takes 3h 12m.

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