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

The cheapest way to get from Wakayama to Dōtonbori is to train which costs ¥950 - ¥1100 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakayama to Dōtonbori is to drive which takes 57 min and costs ¥1100 - ¥1700.

Is there a direct bus between Wakayama and Dōtonbori?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakayama station to Dōtonbori. However, there are services departing from Wakayama Station and arriving at DOTON PLAZA Osaka via Kansai Airport Terminal 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Wakayama and Dōtonbori?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wakayamashi and arriving at Namba(Nankai). Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Wakayama to Dōtonbori?

The distance between Wakayama and Dōtonbori is 64 km. The road distance is 67.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Wakayama to Dōtonbori without a car is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs ¥950 - ¥1100.

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

The train from Wakayamashi to Namba(Nankai) takes 1h 3m including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Wakayama to Dōtonbori bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wakayama to Dōtonbori train from?

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

Train or bus from Wakayama to Dōtonbori?

The best way to get from Wakayama to Dōtonbori is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs ¥950 - ¥1100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2000 - ¥3200 and takes 2h 27m.

Where does the Wakayama to Dōtonbori bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wakayama to Dōtonbori train arrive?

Wakayama to Dōtonbori train services, operated by Nankai Electric Railway Limited Express, arrive at Namba(Nankai) station.

Can I drive from Wakayama to Dōtonbori?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakayama to Dōtonbori is 67 km. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Wakayama to Dōtonbori.

Where can I stay near Dōtonbori?

There are 9566+ hotels available in Dōtonbori.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Wakayamashi to Namba(Nankai)train [93481] Ltd. Exp. Southern 2 / ...
1h 3m
¥950–1,100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wakayama Station to Kansai Airport Terminal 1bus Wakayama
2. Take the bus from Kansai Airport Terminal 1 to DOTON PLAZA Osakabus
2h 27m
¥2,036–3,200
Drive 67.5 km
1. Drive from Wakayama to Dōtonboricar 67.5 km
57 min
¥1,163–1,679
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakayama to Dōtonboritaxi 67.5 km
57 min
¥25,000–30,000

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Distance: 64.3 km
Duration: 1h 3m

What companies run services between Wakayama, Japan and Dōtonbori, Japan?

Nankai Electric Railway Limited Express operates a train from Wakayamashi to Namba(Nankai) hourly, and the journey takes 1h 3m. Nankai Electric Railway also services this route every 15 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wakayama Station to DOTON PLAZA Osaka via Kansai Airport Terminal 1 in around 2h 27m.

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