What is the cheapest way to get from Wakayama Shi to Ōtsu?

The cheapest way to get from Wakayama Shi to Ōtsu is to train via Osaka which costs ¥1300 - ¥2000 and takes 1h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wakayama Shi to Ōtsu?

The fastest way to get from Wakayama Shi to Ōtsu is to train via Osaka which takes 1h 50m and costs ¥1300 - ¥2000.

Is there a direct bus between Wakayama Shi and Ōtsu?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakayama Shi station to Ōtsu station. However, there are services departing from Wakayama Station and arriving at Kyoto Station via Kansai Airport Terminal 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Wakayama Shi and Ōtsu?

No, there is no direct train from Wakayama Shi to Ōtsu. However, there are services departing from Wakayama and arriving at Zeze via Shin Osaka and Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Wakayama Shi to Ōtsu?

The distance between Wakayama Shi and Ōtsu is 127 km. The road distance is 122.3 km.

How do I travel from Wakayama Shi to Ōtsu without a car?

The best way to get from Wakayama Shi to Ōtsu without a car is to train via Osaka which takes 1h 50m and costs ¥1300 - ¥2000.

How long does it take to get from Wakayama Shi to Ōtsu?

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Wakayama Shi to Ōtsu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakayama Shi to Ōtsu bus from?

Wakayama Shi to Ōtsu bus services, operated by Kansai Airport Transportation Enterprise, depart from Wakayama Station.

Where do I catch the Wakayama Shi to Ōtsu train from?

Wakayama Shi to Ōtsu train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Wakayama station.

Train or bus from Wakayama Shi to Ōtsu?

The best way to get from Wakayama Shi to Ōtsu is to train via Osaka which takes 1h 50m and costs ¥1300 - ¥2000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3100 - ¥4600 and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the Wakayama Shi to Ōtsu bus arrive?

Wakayama Shi to Ōtsu bus services, operated by Kansai Airport Transportation Enterprise, arrive at Kansai Airport Terminal 1 station.

Where does the Wakayama Shi to Ōtsu train arrive?

Wakayama Shi to Ōtsu train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Can I drive from Wakayama Shi to Ōtsu?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakayama Shi to Ōtsu is 122 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Wakayama Shi to Ōtsu.

Where can I stay near Ōtsu?

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Wakayama Shi to Ōtsu - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Wakayama Shi to Ōtsu by train, bus, or car

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Train via Osaka
best
1. Take the train from Wakayama to Shin-Ōsaka Stationtrain Kuroshio 12 / ...
1h 50m
¥1,372–1,908
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wakayama Station to Kansai Airport Terminal 1bus Wakayama
2. Take the bus from Kansai Airport Terminal 1 to Kyoto Stationbus Ky
3h 9m
¥3,156–4,510
Drive 122.3 km
1. Drive from Wakayama Shi to Ōtsucar 122.3 km
1h 52m
¥2,119–3,061
Train
1. Take the train from Kii-Nakanoshima to Ōsakatrain Kishūji Rapid Service
2. Take the train from Ōsaka to Kyōtotrain Thunderbird / ...
2h 42m
¥1,958–2,769
Train #2
1. Take the train from Kii-Nakanoshima to Kyōbashitrain Kishūji Rapid Service
2. Take the train from Kyobashi(Osaka) to Sanjotrain Keihan Main Line Limited Express / ...
3h 14m
¥2,100–2,806

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Distance: 127.1 km
Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Wakayama Shi, Japan and Ōtsu, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Wakayama to Shin-Ōsaka Station hourly. Tickets cost ¥1,100–1,600 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wakayama Station to Zeze via Kansai Airport Terminal 1, Kyoto Station, and Kyōto in around 3h 9m.

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