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

The cheapest way to get from Shima to Wakayama is to drive which costs ¥3400 - ¥5000 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shima to Wakayama is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs ¥3400 - ¥5000.

Is there a direct train between Shima and Wakayama?

No, there is no direct train from Shima to Wakayama. However, there are services departing from Ugata and arriving at Wakayamashi via Namba(Nankai). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Shima to Wakayama?

The distance between Shima and Wakayama is 237 km. The road distance is 196.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Shima to Wakayama without a car is to train via Osaka which takes 3h 52m and costs ¥5000 - ¥6000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Shima to Wakayama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shima to Wakayama train from?

Shima to Wakayama train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, depart from Ugata station.

Where does the Shima to Wakayama train arrive?

Shima to Wakayama train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, arrive at Osaka-Namba station.

Can I drive from Shima to Wakayama?

Yes, the driving distance between Shima to Wakayama is 196 km. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Shima to Wakayama.

Where can I stay near Wakayama?

There are 260+ hotels available in Wakayama.

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

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

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Train via Osaka
best
1. Take the train from Ugata to Osaka-Nambatrain Limited Express / ...
2. Take the train from Namba(Nankai) to Wakayamashitrain [93413] Ltd. Exp. Southern 1 / ...
3h 52m
¥5,040–5,997
Drive 196.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shima to Wakayamacar 196.4 km
3h 2m
¥3,399–4,910
Train
1. Take the train from Ugata to Yamato-Takadatrain Limited Express / ...
2. Take the train from Takada(Nara) to Wakayamatrain [27152] JR Wakayama
5h 30m
¥4,525–5,701

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Distance: 237.2 km
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Shima, Mie-ken, Japan and Wakayama, Japan?

You can take a train from Ugata to Wakayamashi via Osaka-Namba and Namba(Nankai) in around 3h 52m.

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