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

The cheapest way to get from Nozawaonsen to Shirakawa is to drive which costs ¥4200 - ¥6500 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nozawaonsen to Shirakawa is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs ¥4200 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct train between Nozawaonsen and Shirakawa?

No, there is no direct train from Nozawaonsen station to Shirakawa. However, there are services departing from Liyama Station and arriving at Shin-Shirakawa via 高崎 Takasaki and Oyama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

How far is it from Nozawaonsen to Shirakawa?

The distance between Nozawaonsen and Shirakawa is 385 km. The road distance is 242.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Nozawaonsen to Shirakawa without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 14m and costs ¥6500 - ¥13000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Nozawaonsen to Shirakawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nozawaonsen to Shirakawa train from?

Nozawaonsen to Shirakawa train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Liyama Station.

Where does the Nozawaonsen to Shirakawa train arrive?

Nozawaonsen to Shirakawa train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Takasaki station.

Can I drive from Nozawaonsen to Shirakawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Nozawaonsen to Shirakawa is 243 km. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Nozawaonsen to Shirakawa.

Where can I stay near Shirakawa?

There are 80+ hotels available in Shirakawa.

Nozawaonsen to Shirakawa - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Nozawaonsen to Shirakawa by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Nozawa Onsen Chuo Terminal to Nagano Station East Exitbus
2. Take the train from Nagano to Omiya Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Ōmiya to Shin-Shirakawatrain
5h 14m
¥6,780–12,494
Drive 242.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nozawaonsen to Shirakawacar 242.6 km
3h 34m
¥4,217–6,091
Train
1. Take the train from Liyama Station to Takasakitrain
2. Take the train from 高崎 Takasaki to 小山 Oyamatrain
3. Take the train from Oyama to Shin-Shirakawatrain
6h 7m
¥6,100–10,400

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Distance: 384.8 km
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Nozawa Onsen Chuo Terminal to Shirakawa Station via Iiyama, Liyama Station, Takasaki, 高崎 Takasaki, Oyama, Shin-Shirakawa, and Shin-Shirakawa Station in around 6h 7m.

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