Wakayama is connected with central Osaka by two railway companies: Nankai and JR.
Wakayamashi Station and Nankai Namba Station in central Osaka are connected by twice-hourly Limited Express trains along the Nankai Main Line (about one hour, 970 yen one way). The trip is not covered by the Japan Rail Pass.
Wakayama and Shin-Osaka stations are connected by hourly Limited Express Kuroshio trains along the JR Wakayama Line (about one hour, 2830 yen one way). The trip is fully covered by the Japan Rail Pass.
Above fees and schedules are subject to change. Be sure to check current yen exchange rates.
Wakayama City has two main railway stations. Wakayamashi Station (Nankai) is slightly closer to the main sights than Wakayama Station (JR). The city can be leisurely traveled on foot or by bicycle, however apart from its reconstructed castle, most of its main attractions can be found outside of the center.
