What is the cheapest way to get from Kansai region to Wakayama?

The cheapest way to get from Kansai region to Wakayama is to train via Osaka which costs ¥2500 - ¥3600 and takes 4h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kansai region to Wakayama?

The fastest way to get from Kansai region to Wakayama is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs ¥2400 - ¥3500.

Is there a direct train between Kansai region and Wakayama?

No, there is no direct train from Kansai region to Wakayama. However, there are services departing from Nihonhesokoen and arriving at Wakayamashi via Tanikawa, Ōsaka and Shinimamiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Kansai region to Wakayama?

The distance between Kansai region and Wakayama is 168 km. The road distance is 138.6 km.

How do I travel from Kansai region to Wakayama without a car?

The best way to get from Kansai region to Wakayama without a car is to train via Osaka which takes 4h 35m and costs ¥2500 - ¥3600.

How long does it take to get from Kansai region to Wakayama?

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Kansai region to Wakayama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kansai region to Wakayama train from?

Kansai region to Wakayama train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Tanikawa station.

Where does the Kansai region to Wakayama train arrive?

Kansai region to Wakayama train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Osaka station.

Can I drive from Kansai region to Wakayama?

Yes, the driving distance between Kansai region to Wakayama is 139 km. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Kansai region to Wakayama.

Where can I stay near Wakayama?

There are 260+ hotels available in Wakayama.

Kansai region to Wakayama - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kansai region to Wakayama by train or car

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Train via Osaka
best
1. Take the train from Tanikawa to Osakatrain [24605] Jr Takarazuka Line Rapid Service / ...
2. Take the train from Shinimamiya to Wakayamashitrain [93413] Ltd. Exp. Southern 1 / ...
4h 35m
¥2,550–3,539
Drive 138.6 km
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1. Drive from Kansai region to Wakayamacar 138.6 km
2h 5m
¥2,408–3,477
Train
1. Take the train from Tanikawa to Osakatrain [24605] Jr Takarazuka Line Rapid Service / ...
2. Take the train from Ōsaka to Kii-Nakanoshimatrain Kishūji Rapid Service
5h 4m
¥2,430–3,719

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Distance: 168.4 km
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Kansai region, Japan and Wakayama, Japan?

You can take a train from Nihonhesokoen to Wakayamashi via Tanikawa, Ōsaka, and Shinimamiya in around 4h 35m.

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