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

The cheapest way to get from Ōsaka to Wakayama is to train via Dobutsuen-Mae which costs ¥1100 - ¥1400 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ōsaka to Wakayama is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1800.

Is there a direct train between Ōsaka and Wakayama?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ōsaka and arriving at Kii-Nakanoshima. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Ōsaka to Wakayama?

The distance between Ōsaka and Wakayama is 69 km. The road distance is 69.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Ōsaka to Wakayama without a car is to train via Dobutsuen-Mae which takes 1h 14m and costs ¥1100 - ¥1400.

How long does it take to get from Ōsaka to Wakayama?

It takes approximately 1h 14m to get from Ōsaka to Wakayama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ōsaka to Wakayama train from?

Ōsaka to Wakayama train services, operated by Nankai Electric Railway Limited Express, depart from Shinimamiya station.

Where does the Ōsaka to Wakayama train arrive?

Ōsaka to Wakayama train services, operated by Nankai Electric Railway Limited Express, arrive at Wakayamashi station.

Can I drive from Ōsaka to Wakayama?

Yes, the driving distance between Ōsaka to Wakayama is 70 km. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Ōsaka to Wakayama.

Where can I stay near Wakayama?

There are 260+ hotels available in Wakayama.

Ōsaka to Wakayama - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Ōsaka to Wakayama by train, car, or taxi

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Train via Dobutsuen-Mae
best
1. Take the train from Shinimamiya to Wakayamashitrain [93413] Ltd. Exp. Southern 1 / ...
1h 14m
¥1,115–1,351
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ōsaka to Kii-Nakanoshimatrain Kishūji Rapid Service
1h 47m
¥1,000–1,600
Drive 69.6 km
1. Drive from Osaka to Wakayamacar 69.6 km
1h 1m
¥1,209–1,746
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Wakayamataxi 69.6 km
1h 1m
¥26,000–31,000

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Distance: 68.7 km
Duration: 1h 14m

What companies run services between Ōsaka, Japan and Wakayama, Japan?

Nankai Electric Railway Limited Express operates a train from Shinimamiya to Wakayamashi hourly, and the journey takes 1h. Nankai Electric Railway also services this route every 15 minutes.

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