What is the cheapest way to get from Kawayu Onsen to Shirahama?

The cheapest way to get from Kawayu Onsen to Shirahama is to drive which costs ¥950 - ¥1500 and takes 53 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kawayu Onsen to Shirahama?

The fastest way to get from Kawayu Onsen to Shirahama is to drive which takes 53 min and costs ¥950 - ¥1500.

Is there a direct bus between Kawayu Onsen and Shirahama?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Watarase Onsen and arriving at Shirahama-sanbashi. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Kawayu Onsen to Shirahama?

The distance between Kawayu Onsen and Shirahama is 65 km. The road distance is 56.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kawayu Onsen to Shirahama without a car is to bus which takes 2h 7m and costs ¥1900 - ¥2400.

How long does it take to get from Kawayu Onsen to Shirahama?

The bus from Watarase Onsen to Shirahama-sanbashi takes 1h 57m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Kawayu Onsen to Shirahama bus from?

Kawayu Onsen to Shirahama bus services, operated by Meiko Bus, depart from Watarase Onsen station.

Where does the Kawayu Onsen to Shirahama bus arrive?

Kawayu Onsen to Shirahama bus services, operated by Meiko Bus, arrive at Shirahama-sanbashi station.

Can I drive from Kawayu Onsen to Shirahama?

Yes, the driving distance between Kawayu Onsen to Shirahama is 56 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Kawayu Onsen to Shirahama.

Where can I stay near Shirahama?

There are 317+ hotels available in Shirahama.

Kawayu Onsen to Shirahama - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Kawayu Onsen to Shirahama by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Watarase Onsen to Shirahama-sanbashibus 90 Rapid
2h 7m
¥1,900–2,400
Drive 56.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kawayu Onsen to Shirahamacar 56.5 km
53 min
¥982–1,418
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kawayu Onsen to Shirahamataxi 56.5 km
53 min
¥21,000–26,000
Bus via Kii-Shinjo Sta.
1. Take the bus from Kawayu Onsen to Kii-Shinjo Sta.bus 80 Kumano Hongu Line / ...
2. Take the bus from Kii-Shinjo Sta. to Jokiin-shitabus 12 Shirahama Tanabe Line / ...
2h 40m
¥2,548–3,539

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Distance: 65.5 km
Duration: 2h 7m

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

Meiko Bus operates a bus from Watarase Onsen to Shirahama-sanbashi twice daily. Tickets cost ¥1,900–2,400 and the journey takes 1h 57m.

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