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Results from Osaka to Koya on Tuesday, 22 September 2026
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How to get from Osaka to Koya
The easiest way to travel from Osaka to Koya is by train.
How far is Osaka from Koya?
The travel distance between Osaka and Koya is 65 km. The best option to travel from Osaka to Koya is taking a train.
How long does it take to get from Osaka to Koya?
It takes about 1 hour 20 minutes to 2 hours to get from Osaka to Koya by train.
How to get from Osaka to Koya by train
What types of trains operate the route Osaka to Koya?
There is one railway company operating trains on the route Osaka to Koya.
Nankai Railway operates the Limited Express, Express and Local trains on the Nankai Koya Line between Osaka and Koya.
- - Limited Express trains run between Namba Station in Osaka and Gokurakubashi Station in Koya.
- - Express trains run between Namba Station in Osaka and Gokurakubashi Station in Koya.
- - Local trains run between Namba Station in Osaka and Gokurakubashi Station in Koya.
Travellers with All Line Pass (2-day) can travel on Express and Local trains in Non-reserved Seat operated by Nankai Railway. Passengers can also travel on Limited Express trains by purchasing a Reserved Seat ticket in advance.
For more information about travelling by train, please read our Train Guide in Japan.
Where do trains from Osaka to Koya depart?
Nankai Railway trains depart from Namba Station located in Chuo-ku, Osaka.
Passengers are requested to arrive at the station 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time to complete the boarding procedures or risk missing the train.
Where do trains from Osaka to Koya arrive?
Nankai Railway trains arrive at Gokurakubashi Station located in Koya, Wakayama.
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Where to travel next from Koya
From Koya, you can go by train to Osaka and Koyasan on the Limited Express and Express trains.