What is the cheapest way to get from Arima Onsen Station to Shirahama?

The cheapest way to get from Arima Onsen Station to Shirahama is to drive which costs ¥2900 - ¥4400 and takes 2h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arima Onsen Station to Shirahama?

The fastest way to get from Arima Onsen Station to Shirahama is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs ¥2900 - ¥4400.

Is there a direct bus between Arima Onsen Station and Shirahama?

No, there is no direct bus from Arima Onsen Station station to Shirahama. However, there are services departing from Arimaonsen Station and arriving at Shirahama-sanbashi via Osaka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Arima Onsen Station and Shirahama?

No, there is no direct train from Arima Onsen Station to Shirahama. However, there are services departing from Arimaonsen and arriving at Shirahama via Arimaguchi, Sanda and Ōsaka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Arima Onsen Station to Shirahama?

The distance between Arima Onsen Station and Shirahama is 216 km. The road distance is 172.2 km.

How do I travel from Arima Onsen Station to Shirahama without a car?

The best way to get from Arima Onsen Station to Shirahama without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 22m and costs ¥4400 - ¥6000.

How long does it take to get from Arima Onsen Station to Shirahama?

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Arima Onsen Station to Shirahama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arima Onsen Station to Shirahama bus from?

Arima Onsen Station to Shirahama bus services, operated by West Japan JR Bus, depart from Arimaonsen Station.

Where do I catch the Arima Onsen Station to Shirahama train from?

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

Train or bus from Arima Onsen Station to Shirahama?

The best way to get from Arima Onsen Station to Shirahama is to bus which takes 5h 41m and costs ¥4400 - ¥7000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥4200 - ¥6000 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Arima Onsen Station to Shirahama bus arrive?

Arima Onsen Station to Shirahama bus services, operated by West Japan JR Bus, arrive at Osaka Station JR Express BT.

Where does the Arima Onsen Station to Shirahama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arima Onsen Station to Shirahama?

Yes, the driving distance between Arima Onsen Station to Shirahama is 172 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Arima Onsen Station to Shirahama.

Where can I stay near Shirahama?

There are 319+ hotels available in Shirahama.

Arima Onsen Station to Shirahama - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Arima Onsen Station to Shirahama by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Arimaonsen Station to Osaka Station JR Express BTbus
2. Take the train from Ōsaka to Kii-Tanabetrain Kuroshio 19 / ...
5h 22m
¥4,450–5,650
Drive 172.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Arima Onsen Station to Shirahamacar 172.2 km
2h 27m
¥2,983–4,308
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arimaonsen Station to Osaka Station JR Express BTbus
2. Take the bus from Osaka to Shirahama-sanbashibus
5h 41m
¥4,400–6,900
Train
1. Take the train from Sanda to Osakatrain [24319] JR Takarazuka Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Ōsaka to Shirahamatrain Kuroshio 19 / ...
5h 48m
¥4,257–6,022

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Distance: 215.6 km
Duration: 5h 22m

What companies run services between Arima Onsen Station, Japan and Shirahama, Wakayama, Japan?

You can take a bus from Arimaonsen Station to Shirahama-sanbashi via Osaka in around 5h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Arima Onsen Station to Jokiin-shita via Arimaonsen, Arimaguchi, Sanda, Ōsaka, Shirahama, and Shirahama Sta. in around 5h 48m.

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