What is the cheapest way to get from Nara Station to Shirahama?

The cheapest way to get from Nara Station to Shirahama is to drive which costs ¥2900 - ¥4200 and takes 2h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nara Station to Shirahama?

The fastest way to get from Nara Station to Shirahama is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs ¥2900 - ¥4200.

Is there a direct bus between Nara Station and Shirahama?

No, there is no direct bus from Nara Station station to Shirahama. However, there are services departing from JR Nara Station and arriving at Shirahama-sanbashi via Osaka Itami Airport and JR Namba. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Nara Station and Shirahama?

No, there is no direct train from Nara Station to Shirahama. However, there are services departing from Nara and arriving at Shirahama via Tennōji. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Nara Station to Shirahama?

The distance between Nara Station and Shirahama is 206 km. The road distance is 167.2 km.

How do I travel from Nara Station to Shirahama without a car?

The best way to get from Nara Station to Shirahama without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs ¥3400 - ¥4800.

How long does it take to get from Nara Station to Shirahama?

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Nara Station to Shirahama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nara Station to Shirahama bus from?

Nara Station to Shirahama bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from JR Nara Station.

Where do I catch the Nara Station to Shirahama train from?

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

Train or bus from Nara Station to Shirahama?

The best way to get from Nara Station to Shirahama is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs ¥3400 - ¥4800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥5500 - ¥8500 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Nara Station to Shirahama bus arrive?

Nara Station to Shirahama bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Osaka Itami Aiport South Terminal station.

Where does the Nara Station to Shirahama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nara Station to Shirahama?

Yes, the driving distance between Nara Station to Shirahama is 167 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Nara Station to Shirahama.

Where can I stay near Shirahama?

There are 319+ hotels available in Shirahama.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nara to Tennōjitrain Yamatoji Rapid Service / ...
2. Take the train from Tennōji to Shirahamatrain Kuroshio 19 / ...
4h 30m
¥3,404–4,775
Drive 167.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nara Station to Shirahamacar 167.2 km
2h 24m
¥2,901–4,191
Bus
1. Take the bus from JR Nara Station to Osaka Itami Aiport South Terminalbus T
2. Take the bus from JR Namba to Shirahama-sanbashibus
6h 27m
¥5,498–8,378

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Distance: 206.1 km
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Nara Station, Japan and Shirahama, Wakayama, Japan?

You can take a train from Nara to Jokiin-shita via Tennōji, Shirahama, and Shirahama Sta. in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from JR Nara Station to Shirahama-sanbashi via Osaka Itami Aiport South Terminal, Osaka Itami Airport, and JR Namba in around 6h 27m.

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