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

The cheapest way to get from Sakai to Wakayama is to train which costs ¥800 - ¥1000 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sakai to Wakayama is to drive which takes 51 min and costs ¥850 - ¥1300.

Is there a direct train between Sakai and Wakayama?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sakai and arriving at Wakayamashi. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Sakai to Wakayama?

The distance between Sakai and Wakayama is 54 km. The road distance is 56.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Sakai to Wakayama without a car is to train which takes 52 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1000.

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

The train from Sakai to Wakayamashi takes 52 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Sakai to Wakayama train from?

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

Where does the Sakai to Wakayama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sakai to Wakayama?

Yes, the driving distance between Sakai to Wakayama is 57 km. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Sakai to Wakayama.

Where can I stay near Wakayama?

There are 257+ hotels available in Wakayama.

Sakai to Wakayama - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Sakai to Wakayama by train, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Sakai to Wakayamashitrain [93413] Ltd. Exp. Southern 1 / ...
52 min
¥800–1,000
Drive 56.5 km
1. Drive from Sakai to Wakayamacar 56.5 km
51 min
¥865–1,250
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sakai to Wakayamataxi 56.5 km
51 min
¥24,000–29,000

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Distance: 54.3 km
Duration: 52 min

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

Nankai Electric Railway Limited Express operates a train from Sakai to Wakayamashi hourly, and the journey takes 52 min. Nankai Electric Railway also services this route every 15 minutes.

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