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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Osaka and Tanabe?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Osaka and arriving at Haya. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Osaka and Tanabe?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shin-Ōsaka Station station and arriving at Kii-Tanabe. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Osaka to Tanabe?

The distance between Osaka and Tanabe is 168 km. The road distance is 134.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Osaka to Tanabe without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs ¥2400 - ¥3500.

How long does it take to get from Osaka to Tanabe?

The train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Kii-Tanabe takes 2h 23m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Tanabe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Osaka to Tanabe train from?

Osaka to Tanabe train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Train or bus from Osaka to Tanabe?

The best way to get from Osaka to Tanabe is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs ¥2400 - ¥3500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3000 - ¥4800 and takes 3h 4m.

Where does the Osaka to Tanabe bus arrive?

Osaka to Tanabe bus services, operated by Meiko Bus, arrive at Haya station.

Where does the Osaka to Tanabe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Osaka to Tanabe?

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

How do I get a train ticket from Osaka to Tanabe?

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Where can I stay near Tanabe?

There are 333+ hotels available in Tanabe.

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There are 3 ways to get from Osaka to Tanabe by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Kii-Tanabetrain Kuroshio 19 / ...
2h 23m
¥2,400–3,500
Drive 134.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Osaka to Tanabecar 134.1 km
1h 46m
¥2,310–3,336
Bus
1. Take the bus from Osaka to Hayabus
3h 4m
¥3,000–4,800

Osaka to Tanabe by train

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2h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 168.3 km
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Osaka, Japan and Tanabe, Wakayama, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Kii-Tanabe hourly. Tickets cost ¥2,400–3,500 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Alternatively, Meiko Bus operates a bus from Osaka to Haya every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥3,000–4,800 and the journey takes 3h 4m.

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