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

The cheapest way to get from Umeda to Wakayama is to train via Dobutsuen-Mae which costs ¥1100 - ¥1400 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Umeda to Wakayama is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1800.

Is there a direct train between Umeda and Wakayama?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ōsaka and arriving at Wakayama. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Umeda to Wakayama?

The distance between Umeda and Wakayama is 70 km. The road distance is 70.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Umeda to Wakayama without a car is to train via Dobutsuen-Mae which takes 1h 17m and costs ¥1100 - ¥1400.

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

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Umeda to Wakayama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Umeda to Wakayama train from?

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

Where does the Umeda to Wakayama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Umeda to Wakayama?

Yes, the driving distance between Umeda to Wakayama is 71 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Umeda to Wakayama.

Where can I stay near Wakayama?

There are 259+ hotels available in Wakayama.

Umeda to Wakayama - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Umeda to Wakayama by train, car, or taxi

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Train via Dobutsuen-Mae
best
1. Take the train from Shinimamiya to Wakayamashitrain [93413] Ltd. Exp. Southern 1 / ...
1h 17m
¥1,124–1,362
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ōsaka to Wakayamatrain Kishūji Rapid Service / ...
1h 49m
¥1,100–1,600
Drive 70.9 km
1. Drive from Umeda to Wakayamacar 70.9 km
1h 3m
¥1,231–1,778
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Umeda to Wakayamataxi 70.9 km
1h 3m
¥26,000–32,000

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Distance: 70.1 km
Duration: 1h 17m

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

Nankai Electric Railway Limited Express operates a train from Shinimamiya to Wakayamashi hourly, and the journey takes 1h. Nankai Electric Railway also services this route every 15 minutes.

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