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

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Shirahama is to drive which costs ¥2500 - ¥3700 and takes 1h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Osaka to Shirahama is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs ¥2500 - ¥3700.

Is there a direct bus between Osaka and Shirahama?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Osaka and arriving at Shirahama-sanbashi. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Osaka and Shirahama?

No, there is no direct train from Osaka station to Shirahama. However, there are services departing from Shin-Ōsaka Station and arriving at Shirahama via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Osaka to Shirahama?

The distance between Osaka and Shirahama is 183 km. The road distance is 145.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Osaka to Shirahama without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs ¥3000 - ¥4300.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Osaka to Shirahama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Shirahama bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Osaka to Shirahama train from?

Osaka to Shirahama train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Train or bus from Osaka to Shirahama?

The best way to get from Osaka to Shirahama is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs ¥3000 - ¥4300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3000 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 36m.

Where does the Osaka to Shirahama bus arrive?

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

Where does the Osaka to Shirahama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Osaka to Shirahama?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka to Shirahama is 145 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Osaka to Shirahama.

Where can I stay near Shirahama?

There are 321+ hotels available in Shirahama.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Shirahamatrain Kuroshio 19 / ...
3h 9m
¥3,050–4,212
Drive 145.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Osaka to Shirahamacar 145.3 km
1h 57m
¥2,524–3,645
Bus
1. Take the bus from Osaka to Shirahama-sanbashibus
3h 36m
¥3,000–5,500

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Distance: 183.2 km
Duration: 3h 9m

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Shirahama hourly. Tickets cost ¥2,600–3,700 and the journey takes 2h 34m. Alternatively, Meiko Bus operates a bus from Osaka to Shirahama-sanbashi every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥3,000–5,500 and the journey takes 3h 36m.

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