What is the cheapest way to get from Nara-shi to Shirahama?

The cheapest way to get from Nara-shi to Shirahama is to drive which costs ¥2900 - ¥4300 and takes 2h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nara-shi to Shirahama?

The fastest way to get from Nara-shi to Shirahama is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs ¥2900 - ¥4300.

Is there a direct bus between Nara-shi and Shirahama?

No, there is no direct bus from Nara-shi to Shirahama. However, there are services departing from JR Namba and arriving at Shirahama-sanbashi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Nara-shi and Shirahama?

No, there is no direct train from Nara-shi 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-shi to Shirahama?

The distance between Nara-shi and Shirahama is 206 km. The road distance is 169.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Nara-shi 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-shi to Shirahama?

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

Where do I catch the Nara-shi to Shirahama bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Nara-shi to Shirahama train from?

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

Train or bus from Nara-shi to Shirahama?

The best way to get from Nara-shi to Shirahama is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs ¥3400 - ¥4800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3500 - ¥6500 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Nara-shi to Shirahama bus arrive?

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

Where does the Nara-shi to Shirahama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nara-shi to Shirahama?

Yes, the driving distance between Nara-shi to Shirahama is 169 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Nara-shi to Shirahama.

Where can I stay near Shirahama?

There are 319+ hotels available in Shirahama.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Nara-shi 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 169.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nara-shi to Shirahamacar 169.5 km
2h 19m
¥2,944–4,252
Bus
1. Take the bus from JR Namba to Shirahama-sanbashibus
4h 59m
¥3,561–6,159
Bus via Osaka Itami Airport (ITM)
1. Take the bus from Nara-ken Convention Center to Osaka Itami Aiport South Terminalbus T
2. Take the bus from JR Namba to Shirahama-sanbashibus
6h 24m
¥5,436–8,307

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Distance: 206.1 km
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Nara-shi, 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, 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.

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