Driving from Wakayama to Osaka
Osaka lies 60 km (37 mi) north-east of Wakayama, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 55 min without stops, over roughly 73 km (45 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Wakayama | Osaka | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 356,729 | 2.8 million |
| Elevation | 8 m (26 ft) | 4 m (13 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Postal codes | 298-0001–999-1303 | 017-0292–981-1596 |
Where to book car hire from Wakayama to Osaka
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Staying in Osaka
Our booking partner lists 4,508+ places to stay in Osaka (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 951 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (549), and 30 are five-star. Across 818 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.5 out of 10. Guests have left 1,129,118 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Osaka from Wakayama?
60 km (37 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Wakayama; by road roughly 73 km (45 mi).
How long does it take to get from Wakayama to Osaka by car?
About 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Wakayama and Osaka?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where can I stay in Osaka?
Our booking partner lists 4,508+ places to stay in Osaka, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.