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

The cheapest way to get from Katsura (Station) to Shirahama is to train which costs ¥3300 - ¥4700 and takes 4h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Katsura (Station) to Shirahama is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs ¥3200 - ¥4700.

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

No, there is no direct train from Katsura (Station) to Shirahama. However, there are services departing from Katsura and arriving at Shirahama via Ōsaka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

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

The distance between Katsura (Station) and Shirahama is 223 km. The road distance is 185.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Katsura (Station) to Shirahama without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs ¥3300 - ¥4700.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Katsura (Station) to Shirahama, including transfers.

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

Katsura (Station) to Shirahama train services, operated by Hankyu Railway, depart from Katsura station.

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

Katsura (Station) to Shirahama train services, operated by Hankyu Railway, arrive at Ōsaka station.

Can I drive from Katsura (Station) to Shirahama?

Yes, the driving distance between Katsura (Station) to Shirahama is 185 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Katsura (Station) to Shirahama.

Where can I stay near Shirahama?

There are 320+ hotels available in Shirahama.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Katsura to Ōsakatrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
2. Take the train from Ōsaka to Shirahamatrain Kuroshio 19 / ...
4h 51m
¥3,301–4,631
Drive 185.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Katsura (Station) to Shirahamacar 185.2 km
2h 46m
¥3,209–4,636
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Katsura to Ōsakatrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
2. Take the bus from Osaka to Shirahama-sanbashibus
5h 30m
¥3,391–5,981

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Distance: 222.9 km
Duration: 4h 51m

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

You can take a train from Katsura to Jokiin-shita via Ōsaka, Shirahama, and Shirahama Sta. in around 4h 51m.

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