What is the cheapest way to get from Sakai to Kuwana?

The cheapest way to get from Sakai to Kuwana is to drive which costs ¥2400 - ¥3600 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sakai to Kuwana?

The fastest way to get from Sakai to Kuwana is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs ¥2400 - ¥3600.

Is there a direct train between Sakai and Kuwana?

No, there is no direct train from Sakai to Kuwana. However, there are services departing from Sakai and arriving at Kuwana via Dobutsuen-Mae, Shin-Ōsaka Station and Nagoya Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Sakai to Kuwana?

The distance between Sakai and Kuwana is 217 km. The road distance is 144.9 km.

How do I travel from Sakai to Kuwana without a car?

The best way to get from Sakai to Kuwana without a car is to train via Nagoya Station which takes 2h 11m and costs ¥6500 - ¥11000.

How long does it take to get from Sakai to Kuwana?

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Sakai to Kuwana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sakai to Kuwana train from?

Sakai to Kuwana train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Train or bus from Sakai to Kuwana?

The best way to get from Sakai to Kuwana is to train via Nagoya Station which takes 2h 11m and costs ¥6500 - ¥11000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3600 - ¥4300 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Sakai to Kuwana train arrive?

Sakai to Kuwana train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Nagoya Station.

Can I drive from Sakai to Kuwana?

Yes, the driving distance between Sakai to Kuwana is 145 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Sakai to Kuwana.

Where can I stay near Kuwana?

There are 205+ hotels available in Kuwana.

Sakai to Kuwana - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Sakai to Kuwana by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Nagoya Station
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Nagoya StationNozomi / ...
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Kuwana[21468] JR Kansai Line Local / ...
2h 11m
¥6,920–10,607
Drive 144.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sakai to Kuwana144.9 km
1h 45m
¥2,465–3,561
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ōsaka to Kintetsu Yokkaichi
4h 11m
¥3,620–4,267
Train
1. Take the train from Osaka-Namba to KuwanaUrban Liner / ...
2h 58m
¥4,197–5,036

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 216.9 km
Duration: 2h 11m

What companies run services between Sakai, Ōsaka, Japan and Kuwana, Japan?

You can take a train from Sakai to Kuwana via Shin-Imamiya, Dobutsuen-Mae, Shin-Ōsaka Station, Shin-Ōsaka Station, and Nagoya Station in around 2h 11m. Alternatively, Mie Kotsu operates a bus from Ōsaka to Kintetsu Yokkaichi once daily. Tickets cost ¥3,000 and the journey takes 2h 28m.

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