What is the cheapest way to get from Ōsaka (Station) to Shirahama?

The cheapest way to get from Ōsaka (Station) to Shirahama is to drive which costs ¥2500 - ¥3700 and takes 1h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ōsaka (Station) to Shirahama?

The fastest way to get from Ōsaka (Station) to Shirahama is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs ¥2500 - ¥3700.

Is there a direct bus between Ōsaka (Station) and Shirahama?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Osaka and arriving at Shirahama-sanbashi. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Ōsaka (Station) and Shirahama?

No, there is no direct train from Ōsaka (Station) to Shirahama. However, there are services departing from Ōsaka and arriving at Shirahama via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Ōsaka (Station) to Shirahama?

The distance between Ōsaka (Station) and Shirahama is 179 km. The road distance is 146.6 km.

How do I travel from Ōsaka (Station) to Shirahama without a car?

The best way to get from Ōsaka (Station) to Shirahama without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs ¥2900 - ¥4200.

How long does it take to get from Ōsaka (Station) to Shirahama?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Ōsaka (Station) to Shirahama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ōsaka (Station) to Shirahama bus from?

Ōsaka (Station) to Shirahama bus services, operated by Meiko Bus, depart from Osaka station.

Where do I catch the Ōsaka (Station) to Shirahama train from?

Ōsaka (Station) to Shirahama train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Ōsaka station.

Train or bus from Ōsaka (Station) to Shirahama?

The best way to get from Ōsaka (Station) to Shirahama is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs ¥2900 - ¥4200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3000 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 36m.

Where does the Ōsaka (Station) to Shirahama bus arrive?

Ōsaka (Station) to Shirahama bus services, operated by Meiko Bus, arrive at Shirahama-sanbashi station.

Where does the Ōsaka (Station) to Shirahama train arrive?

Ōsaka (Station) to Shirahama train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shirahama station.

Can I drive from Ōsaka (Station) to Shirahama?

Yes, the driving distance between Ōsaka (Station) to Shirahama is 147 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Ōsaka (Station) to Shirahama.

Where can I stay near Shirahama?

There are 319+ hotels available in Shirahama.

Ōsaka (Station) to Shirahama - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ōsaka (Station) to Shirahama by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ōsaka to Shirahamatrain Kuroshio 19 / ...
3h 4m
¥2,993–4,134
Drive 146.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ōsaka (Station) to Shirahamacar 146.6 km
1h 59m
¥2,538–3,666
Bus
1. Take the bus from Osaka to Shirahama-sanbashibus
3h 36m
¥3,000–5,500

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Distance: 179.3 km
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Ōsaka (Station), Japan and Shirahama, Wakayama, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Ōsaka to Shirahama hourly. Tickets cost ¥2,500–3,600 and the journey takes 2h 29m. Alternatively, Meiko Bus operates a bus from Osaka to Shirahama-sanbashi every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥3,000–5,500 and the journey takes 3h 36m.

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