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

The cheapest way to get from Okayama to Wakayama is to train via Osaka which costs ¥3400 - ¥4700 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Okayama to Wakayama is to train via Osaka which takes 2h 5m and costs ¥3400 - ¥4700.

Is there a direct train between Okayama and Wakayama?

No, there is no direct train from Okayama to Wakayama. However, there are services departing from Okayama and arriving at Wakayamashi via Shin-Ōsaka Station and Shinimamiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Okayama to Wakayama?

The distance between Okayama and Wakayama is 231 km. The road distance is 235.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Okayama to Wakayama without a car is to train via Osaka which takes 2h 5m and costs ¥3400 - ¥4700.

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Okayama to Wakayama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Okayama to Wakayama train from?

Okayama to Wakayama train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Okayama station.

Where does the Okayama to Wakayama train arrive?

Okayama to Wakayama train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shin Osaka station.

Can I drive from Okayama to Wakayama?

Yes, the driving distance between Okayama to Wakayama is 236 km. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Okayama to Wakayama.

Where can I stay near Wakayama?

There are 260+ hotels available in Wakayama.

Okayama to Wakayama - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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

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Train via Osaka
best
1. Take the train from Okayama to Shin Osakatrain Nozomi / ...
2. Take the train from Shinimamiya to Wakayamashitrain [93413] Ltd. Exp. Southern 1 / ...
2h 5m
¥3,476–4,630
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Okayama to Shin Osakatrain Nozomi / ...
2. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Wakayamatrain Kuroshio 19 / ...
2h 23m
¥3,436–4,840
Drive 235.9 km
1. Drive from Okayama to Wakayamacar 235.9 km
3h 27m
¥4,093–5,912

Okayama to Wakayama by train

116Weekly Trains

2h 23mAverage Duration

¥3,436Cheapest Price

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Distance: 231 km
Duration: 2h 5m

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

You can take a train from Okayama to Wakayamashi via Shin Osaka, Shin-Ōsaka Station, Dobutsuen-Mae, and Shinimamiya in around 2h 5m.

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