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

The cheapest way to get from Namba to Shirahama is to drive which costs ¥2400 - ¥3600 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Namba to Shirahama is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs ¥2400 - ¥3600.

Is there a direct bus between Namba and Shirahama?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from JR Namba and arriving at Shirahama-sanbashi. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Namba and Shirahama?

No, there is no direct train from Namba to Shirahama. However, there are services departing from Namba and arriving at Shirahama via Tennōji. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Namba to Shirahama?

The distance between Namba and Shirahama is 154 km. The road distance is 143.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Namba to Shirahama without a car is to bus which takes 3h 16m and costs ¥3000 - ¥5500.

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

The bus from JR Namba to Shirahama-sanbashi takes 3h 16m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Namba to Shirahama bus from?

Namba to Shirahama bus services, operated by Meiko Bus, depart from JR Namba station.

Where do I catch the Namba to Shirahama train from?

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

Train or bus from Namba to Shirahama?

The best way to get from Namba to Shirahama is to bus which takes 3h 16m and costs ¥3000 - ¥5500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥3000 - ¥4200 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Namba to Shirahama bus arrive?

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

Where does the Namba to Shirahama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Namba to Shirahama?

Yes, the driving distance between Namba to Shirahama is 143 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Namba to Shirahama.

Where can I stay near Shirahama?

There are 322+ hotels available in Shirahama.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from JR Namba to Shirahama-sanbashibus
3h 16m
¥3,000–5,500
Drive 143.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Namba to Shirahamacar 143.4 km
1h 53m
¥2,488–3,593
Train
1. Take the train from Tennōji to Shirahamatrain Kuroshio 19 / ...
3h 49m
¥3,012–4,186

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Distance: 153.8 km
Duration: 3h 16m

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

Meiko Bus operates a bus from JR Namba to Shirahama-sanbashi every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥3,000–5,500 and the journey takes 3h 16m. Alternatively, JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tennōji to Shirahama hourly. Tickets cost ¥2,400–3,400 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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