What is the cheapest way to get from Kobe to Shirahama?

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Shirahama is to drive which costs ¥2800 - ¥4200 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kobe to Shirahama?

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Shirahama is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs ¥2800 - ¥4200.

Is there a direct bus between Kobe and Shirahama?

No, there is no direct bus from Kobe to Shirahama. However, there are services departing from Osaka and arriving at Shirahama-sanbashi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Shirahama?

No, there is no direct train from Kobe to Shirahama. However, there are services departing from Shin Kobe and arriving at Shirahama via Shin-Ōsaka Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Kobe to Shirahama?

The distance between Kobe and Shirahama is 213 km. The road distance is 170.5 km.

How do I travel from Kobe to Shirahama without a car?

The best way to get from Kobe to Shirahama without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs ¥3400 - ¥5000.

How long does it take to get from Kobe to Shirahama?

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Kobe to Shirahama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Shirahama bus from?

Kobe to Shirahama bus services, operated by Meiko Bus, depart from Osaka station.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Shirahama train from?

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

Train or bus from Kobe to Shirahama?

The best way to get from Kobe to Shirahama is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs ¥3400 - ¥5000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3300 - ¥6000 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Kobe to Shirahama bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kobe to Shirahama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kobe to Shirahama?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Shirahama is 170 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Kobe to Shirahama.

Where can I stay near Shirahama?

There are 310+ hotels available in Shirahama.

Kobe to Shirahama - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kobe to Shirahama by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Shirahamatrain Kuroshio 19 / ...
4h 7m
¥3,487–4,911
Drive 170.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kobe to Shirahamacar 170.5 km
2h 18m
¥2,868–4,142
Bus
1. Take the bus from Osaka to Shirahama-sanbashibus
5h 10m
¥3,355–5,937
Bus via Osaka Itami Airport
1. Take the bus from JR Namba to Shirahama-sanbashibus
5h 39m
¥4,483–7,270

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Distance: 212.7 km
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Kobe, Japan and Shirahama, Wakayama, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Shirahama hourly. Tickets cost ¥2,600–3,700 and the journey takes 2h 34m. 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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