What is the cheapest way to get from Kumano Hongū Taisha to Shirahama?

The cheapest way to get from Kumano Hongū Taisha to Shirahama is to drive which costs ¥1000 - ¥1500 and takes 57 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kumano Hongū Taisha to Shirahama?

The fastest way to get from Kumano Hongū Taisha to Shirahama is to drive which takes 57 min and costs ¥1000 - ¥1500.

Is there a direct bus between Kumano Hongū Taisha and Shirahama?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hongu Taisha-mae and arriving at Shirahama-sanbashi. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Kumano Hongū Taisha to Shirahama?

The distance between Kumano Hongū Taisha and Shirahama is 69 km. The road distance is 59.8 km.

How do I travel from Kumano Hongū Taisha to Shirahama without a car?

The best way to get from Kumano Hongū Taisha to Shirahama without a car is to bus which takes 2h 6m and costs ¥2000 - ¥2500.

How long does it take to get from Kumano Hongū Taisha to Shirahama?

The bus from Hongu Taisha-mae to Shirahama-sanbashi takes 2h 2m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Kumano Hongū Taisha to Shirahama bus from?

Kumano Hongū Taisha to Shirahama bus services, operated by Meiko Bus, depart from Hongu Taisha-mae station.

Where does the Kumano Hongū Taisha to Shirahama bus arrive?

Kumano Hongū Taisha to Shirahama bus services, operated by Meiko Bus, arrive at Shirahama-sanbashi station.

Can I drive from Kumano Hongū Taisha to Shirahama?

Yes, the driving distance between Kumano Hongū Taisha to Shirahama is 60 km. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Kumano Hongū Taisha to Shirahama.

Where can I stay near Shirahama?

There are 320+ hotels available in Shirahama.

Kumano Hongū Taisha to Shirahama - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Kumano Hongū Taisha to Shirahama by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Hongu Taisha-mae to Shirahama-sanbashibus 90 Rapid
2h 6m
¥2,000–2,500
Drive 59.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kumano Hongū Taisha to Shirahamacar 59.8 km
57 min
¥1,037–1,498
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kumano Hongū Taisha to Shirahamataxi 59.8 km
57 min
¥22,000–27,000
Bus via Kii-Shinjo Sta.
1. Take the bus from Hongu Gyoseikyoku-mae 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 55m
¥2,717–3,778

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Distance: 68.7 km
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Kumano Hongū Taisha, Japan and Shirahama, Wakayama, Japan?

Meiko Bus operates a bus from Hongu Taisha-mae to Shirahama-sanbashi twice daily. Tickets cost ¥2,000–2,500 and the journey takes 2h 2m.

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