What is the cheapest way to get from Sannomiya-eki to Shirahama?

The cheapest way to get from Sannomiya-eki to Shirahama is to drive which costs ¥2900 - ¥4300 and takes 2h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sannomiya-eki to Shirahama?

The fastest way to get from Sannomiya-eki to Shirahama is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs ¥2900 - ¥4300.

Is there a direct bus between Sannomiya-eki and Shirahama?

No, there is no direct bus from Sannomiya-eki station to Shirahama. However, there are services departing from Kobe Sannomiya Station and arriving at Shirahama-sanbashi via Osaka Itami Airport and JR Namba. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Sannomiya-eki and Shirahama?

No, there is no direct train from Sannomiya-eki to Shirahama. However, there are services departing from Sannomiya(Jr) and arriving at Kii-Tanabe via Ōsaka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Sannomiya-eki to Shirahama?

The distance between Sannomiya-eki and Shirahama is 225 km. The road distance is 169.1 km.

How do I travel from Sannomiya-eki to Shirahama without a car?

The best way to get from Sannomiya-eki to Shirahama without a car is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs ¥3700 - ¥5500.

How long does it take to get from Sannomiya-eki to Shirahama?

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Sannomiya-eki to Shirahama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sannomiya-eki to Shirahama bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sannomiya-eki to Shirahama train from?

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

Train or bus from Sannomiya-eki to Shirahama?

The best way to get from Sannomiya-eki to Shirahama is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs ¥3700 - ¥5500. Alternatively, you can bus via Osaka Itami Airport, which costs ¥4400 - ¥7500 and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Sannomiya-eki to Shirahama bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sannomiya-eki to Shirahama train arrive?

Sannomiya-eki to Shirahama train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kitashinchi station.

Can I drive from Sannomiya-eki to Shirahama?

Yes, the driving distance between Sannomiya-eki to Shirahama is 169 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Sannomiya-eki to Shirahama.

Where can I stay near Shirahama?

There are 319+ hotels available in Shirahama.

Sannomiya-eki to Shirahama - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Sannomiya-eki to Shirahama by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sannomiya(Jr) to Kitashinchitrain [26937] JR Gakkentoshi Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Ōsaka to Kii-Tanabetrain Kuroshio 19 / ...
5h 12m
¥3,752–5,224
Drive 169.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sannomiya-eki to Shirahamacar 169.1 km
2h 17m
¥2,930–4,233
Bus via Osaka Itami Airport
1. Take the bus from JR Namba to Shirahama-sanbashibus
5h 39m
¥4,483–7,270
Bus
1. Take the bus from Osaka to Shirahama-sanbashibus
5h 44m
¥3,583–6,329

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Distance: 225.1 km
Duration: 5h 12m

What companies run services between Sannomiya-eki, Japan and Shirahama, Wakayama, Japan?

You can take a train from Sannomiya(Jr) to Jokiin-shita via Kitashinchi, Ōsaka, Kii-Tanabe, and Kii-Tanabe Sta. in around 5h 12m. 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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