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

The cheapest way to get from Sakurai to Wakayama is to drive which costs ¥1300 - ¥2000 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sakurai to Wakayama is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs ¥1300 - ¥2000.

Is there a direct train between Sakurai and Wakayama?

No, there is no direct train from Sakurai to Wakayama. However, there are services departing from Sakurai(Nara) and arriving at Wakayamashi via Yamato-Yagi and Namba(Nankai). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Sakurai to Wakayama?

The distance between Sakurai and Wakayama is 107 km. The road distance is 79.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Sakurai to Wakayama without a car is to train via Yamato-Yagi which takes 2h 40m and costs ¥2300 - ¥3000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Sakurai to Wakayama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sakurai to Wakayama train from?

Sakurai to Wakayama train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, depart from Yamato-Yagi station.

Where does the Sakurai to Wakayama train arrive?

Sakurai to Wakayama train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, arrive at Osaka-Namba station.

Can I drive from Sakurai to Wakayama?

Yes, the driving distance between Sakurai to Wakayama is 79 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Sakurai to Wakayama.

Where can I stay near Wakayama?

There are 242+ hotels available in Wakayama.

Sakurai to Wakayama - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Sakurai to Wakayama by train, car, or taxi

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 Yamato-Yagi
best
1. Take the train from Yamato-Yagi to Osaka-NambaUrban Liner / ...
2. Take the train from Namba(Nankai) to Wakayamashi[94246] Nankai Main Line Local / ...
2h 40m
¥2,392–2,984
Drive 79.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sakurai to Wakayama79.4 km
1h 16m
¥1,354–1,955
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sakurai to Wakayama79.4 km
1h 16m
¥29,000–35,000
Train
1. Take the train from Sakurai(Nara) to Tsuruhashi[84520] Kintetsu Osaka Line Exp. / ...
2. Take the train from Tsuruhashi to WakayamaKishūji Rapid Service
2h 53m
Train #2
1. Take the train from Takada(Nara) to Wakayama[27152] JR Wakayama
3h 37m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 106.8 km
Duration: 2h 40m

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

You can take a train from Sakurai(Nara) to Wakayamashi via Yamato-Yagi, Osaka-Namba, and Namba(Nankai) in around 2h 40m.

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