What is the cheapest way to get from Nagano to Shirakawa?

The cheapest way to get from Nagano to Shirakawa is to drive which costs ¥4700 - ¥7000 and takes 4h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nagano to Shirakawa?

The fastest way to get from Nagano to Shirakawa is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs ¥5000 - ¥7000.

Is there a direct train between Nagano and Shirakawa?

No, there is no direct train from Nagano to Shirakawa. However, there are services departing from Nagano and arriving at Kutano via Ōmiya and Shin-Shirakawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Nagano to Shirakawa?

The distance between Nagano and Shirakawa is 345 km. The road distance is 279.6 km.

How do I travel from Nagano to Shirakawa without a car?

The best way to get from Nagano to Shirakawa without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs ¥5000 - ¥7000.

How long does it take to get from Nagano to Shirakawa?

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Nagano to Shirakawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nagano to Shirakawa train from?

Nagano to Shirakawa train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Nagano station.

Where does the Nagano to Shirakawa train arrive?

Nagano to Shirakawa train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Omiya Station.

Can I drive from Nagano to Shirakawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Nagano to Shirakawa is 280 km. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Nagano to Shirakawa.

Where can I stay near Shirakawa?

There are 76+ hotels available in Shirakawa.

Nagano to Shirakawa - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Nagano to Shirakawa by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nagano to Omiya Stationtrain Kagayaki / ...
2. Take the train from Ōmiya to Shin-Shirakawatrain Yamabiko / ...
3h 10m
¥5,055–6,802
Drive 279.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nagano to Shirakawacar 279.6 km
4h 8m
¥4,779–6,903
Train via Takasaki
1. Take the train from Nagano to Takasakitrain
2. Take the train from Takasaki to Oyamatrain
3. Take the train from Oyama to Shin-Shirakawatrain
5h
¥4,830–6,491

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Distance: 344.5 km
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Nagano, Japan and Shirakawa, Japan?

You can take a train from Nagano to Kutano via Ōmiya and Shin-Shirakawa in around 3h 10m.

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