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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Shirahama is to drive which costs ¥3300 - ¥4800 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Shirahama is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs ¥3300 - ¥4800.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Shirahama?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto to Shirahama. However, there are services departing from Kyōto and arriving at Shirahama via Ōsaka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Kyoto to Shirahama?

The distance between Kyoto and Shirahama is 222 km. The road distance is 192.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Shirahama without a car is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs ¥3500 - ¥5500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Kyoto to Shirahama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Shirahama train from?

Kyoto to Shirahama train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Kyōto station.

Where does the Kyoto to Shirahama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kyoto to Shirahama?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Shirahama is 193 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Kyoto to Shirahama.

Where can I stay near Shirahama?

There are 291+ hotels available in Shirahama.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Ōsakatrain Thunderbird / ...
2. Take the train from Ōsaka to Shirahamatrain Kuroshio 19 / ...
4h 23m
¥3,586–5,087
Drive 192.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kyoto to Shirahamacar 192.9 km
2h 44m
¥3,297–4,762
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Ōsakatrain Thunderbird / ...
2. Take the bus from Osaka to Shirahama-sanbashibus
5h 2m
¥3,676–6,437
Train, bus via Oomiya
1. Take the train from Oomiya to Ōsakatrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
2. Take the bus from Osaka to Shirahama-sanbashibus
5h 37m
¥3,421–6,019

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Distance: 222.4 km
Duration: 4h 23m

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

You can take a train from Kyōto to Jokiin-shita via Ōsaka, Shirahama, and Shirahama Sta. in around 4h 23m.

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