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

The cheapest way to get from Kumano to Shirahama is to drive which costs ¥1800 - ¥2700 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kumano to Shirahama is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs ¥1800 - ¥2700.

Is there a direct bus between Kumano and Shirahama?

No, there is no direct bus from Kumano to Shirahama. However, there are services departing from Shingu Sta. and arriving at Shirahama-sanbashi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Kumano and Shirahama?

No, there is no direct train from Kumano to Shirahama. However, there are services departing from Odomari and arriving at Shirahama via Shingu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Kumano to Shirahama?

The distance between Kumano and Shirahama is 125 km. The road distance is 105.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kumano to Shirahama without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs ¥2200 - ¥3200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Kumano to Shirahama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kumano to Shirahama bus from?

Kumano to Shirahama bus services, operated by Meiko Bus, depart from Shingu Sta. station.

Where do I catch the Kumano to Shirahama train from?

Kumano to Shirahama train services, operated by Japan Railways (JR), depart from Odomari station.

Train or bus from Kumano to Shirahama?

The best way to get from Kumano to Shirahama is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs ¥2200 - ¥3200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3300 - ¥4300 and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Kumano to Shirahama bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kumano to Shirahama train arrive?

Kumano to Shirahama train services, operated by Japan Railways (JR), arrive at Shingu station.

Can I drive from Kumano to Shirahama?

Yes, the driving distance between Kumano to Shirahama is 105 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Kumano to Shirahama.

Where can I stay near Shirahama?

There are 320+ hotels available in Shirahama.

Kumano to Shirahama - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kumano to Shirahama by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Odomari to Shingutrain [20430] Jr Kisei / ...
2. Take the train from Shingu to Shirahamatrain [28883] Jr Kinokuni / ...
4h 20m
¥2,268–3,156
Drive 105.4 km
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1. Drive from Kumano to Shirahamacar 105.4 km
1h 36m
¥1,829–2,642
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shingu Sta. to Shirahama-sanbashibus 90 Rapid
4h 32m
¥3,358–4,206

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Distance: 124.9 km
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Kumano, Mie-ken, Japan and Shirahama, Wakayama, Japan?

You can take a train from Odomari to Jokiin-shita via Shingu, Shirahama, and Shirahama Sta. in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, Meiko Bus operates a bus from Shingu Sta. to Shirahama-sanbashi twice daily. Tickets cost ¥2,900–3,600 and the journey takes 2h 53m.

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