What is the cheapest way to get from Wakayama (State) to Kyoto?

The cheapest way to get from Wakayama (State) to Kyoto is to train which costs ¥1900 - ¥2600 and takes 2h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wakayama (State) to Kyoto?

The fastest way to get from Wakayama (State) to Kyoto is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs ¥2100 - ¥3100.

Is there a direct train between Wakayama (State) and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct train from Wakayama (State) to Kyoto. However, there are services departing from Wakayamako and arriving at Kyōto via Dobutsuen-Mae and Tennōji. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Wakayama (State) to Kyoto?

The distance between Wakayama (State) and Kyoto is 121 km. The road distance is 123 km.

How do I travel from Wakayama (State) to Kyoto without a car?

The best way to get from Wakayama (State) to Kyoto without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs ¥1900 - ¥2600.

How long does it take to get from Wakayama (State) to Kyoto?

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Wakayama (State) to Kyoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakayama (State) to Kyoto train from?

Wakayama (State) to Kyoto train services, operated by Nankai Electric Railway Limited Express, depart from Wakayamako station.

Where does the Wakayama (State) to Kyoto train arrive?

Wakayama (State) to Kyoto train services, operated by Nankai Electric Railway Limited Express, arrive at Shinimamiya station.

Can I drive from Wakayama (State) to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakayama (State) to Kyoto is 123 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Wakayama (State) to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3735+ hotels available in Kyoto.

Wakayama (State) to Kyoto - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Wakayama (State) to Kyoto by train or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Wakayamako to Shinimamiyatrain [93544] Ltd. Exp. Southern 20
2. Take the train from Tennōji to Kyōtotrain HARUKA Kansai-Airport Express / ...
2h 15m
¥1,961–2,531
Drive 123 km
1. Drive from Minato to Kyotocar 123 km
1h 47m
¥2,136–3,086
Train via Osaka
1. Take the train from Wakayamashi to Sumiyoshitaishatrain [94107] Nankai Main Line Local
2. Take the train from Tennōji to Kyōtotrain HARUKA Kansai-Airport Express / ...
3h 23m
¥2,049–2,770
Train #2
1. Take the train from Wakayama to Ōsakatrain Kishūji Rapid Service / ...
2. Take the train from Ōsaka to Kyōtotrain A: JR Kyōto Line Rapid / ...
3h 33m
¥1,991–2,882

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Distance: 120.8 km
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Wakayama (State), Japan and Kyoto, Japan?

You can take a train from Wakayamako to Kyōto via Shinimamiya, Dobutsuen-Mae, Tennoji, and Tennōji in around 2h 15m.

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