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

The cheapest way to get from Namba to Kii-Tanabe is to drive which costs ¥2300 - ¥3400 and takes 1h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Namba to Kii-Tanabe is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs ¥2300 - ¥3400.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from JR Namba and arriving at Tanabe. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 54m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Namba to Kii-Tanabe. However, there are services departing from Namba and arriving at Kii-Tanabe via Tennōji. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Namba to Kii-Tanabe?

The distance between Namba and Kii-Tanabe is 143 km. The road distance is 132.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Namba to Kii-Tanabe without a car is to bus which takes 2h 54m and costs ¥3000 - ¥4800.

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

The bus from JR Namba to Tanabe takes 2h 54m including transfers and departs every four hours.

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

Namba to Kii-Tanabe bus services, operated by Meiko Bus, depart from JR Namba station.

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

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

Train or bus from Namba to Kii-Tanabe?

The best way to get from Namba to Kii-Tanabe is to bus which takes 2h 54m and costs ¥3000 - ¥4800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥2400 - ¥3500 and takes 3h 4m.

Where does the Namba to Kii-Tanabe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Namba to Kii-Tanabe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Namba to Kii-Tanabe?

Yes, the driving distance between Namba to Kii-Tanabe is 133 km. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Namba to Kii-Tanabe.

Where can I stay near Kii-Tanabe?

There are 338+ hotels available in Kii-Tanabe.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from JR Namba to Tanabebus
2h 54m
¥3,000–4,800
Drive 132.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Namba to Kii-Tanabecar 132.7 km
1h 43m
¥2,303–3,326
Train
1. Take the train from Tennōji to Kii-Tanabetrain Kuroshio 19 / ...
3h 4m
¥2,402–3,436

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Distance: 143.1 km
Duration: 2h 54m

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

Meiko Bus operates a bus from JR Namba to Tanabe every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥3,000–4,800 and the journey takes 2h 54m. Alternatively, 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.

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