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

The cheapest way to get from Shirahama to Rinkutown is to drive which costs ¥2000 - ¥3000 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shirahama to Rinkutown is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs ¥2000 - ¥3000.

Is there a direct bus between Shirahama and Rinkutown?

No, there is no direct bus from Shirahama to Rinkutown. However, there are services departing from Shirahama-sanbashi and arriving at Kansai Airport Terminal 1 via Namba OCAT. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Shirahama and Rinkutown?

No, there is no direct train from Shirahama to Rinkutown. However, there are services departing from Shirahama and arriving at Rinkū-town via Hineno. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Shirahama to Rinkutown?

The distance between Shirahama and Rinkutown is 138 km. The road distance is 117.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Shirahama to Rinkutown without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs ¥2400 - ¥3400.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Shirahama to Rinkutown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shirahama to Rinkutown bus from?

Shirahama to Rinkutown bus services, operated by Meiko Bus, depart from Shirahama-sanbashi station.

Where do I catch the Shirahama to Rinkutown train from?

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

Train or bus from Shirahama to Rinkutown?

The best way to get from Shirahama to Rinkutown is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs ¥2400 - ¥3400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4300 - ¥7000 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Shirahama to Rinkutown bus arrive?

Shirahama to Rinkutown bus services, operated by Meiko Bus, arrive at JR Namba station.

Where does the Shirahama to Rinkutown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shirahama to Rinkutown?

Yes, the driving distance between Shirahama to Rinkutown is 118 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Shirahama to Rinkutown.

Where can I stay near Rinkutown?

There are 347+ hotels available in Rinkutown.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shirahama to Hinenotrain Kuroshio 12 / ...
3h 8m
¥2,420–3,353
Drive 117.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shirahama to Rinkutowncar 117.6 km
1h 32m
¥2,041–2,948
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shirahama-sanbashi to JR Nambabus
2. Take the bus from Namba OCAT to Kansai Airport Terminal 1bus Namba
4h 53m
¥4,360–6,932

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Distance: 137.8 km
Duration: 3h 8m

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shirahama to Hineno hourly. Tickets cost ¥1,900–2,700 and the journey takes 1h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shirahama-sanbashi to Rinku-Town via JR Namba, Namba OCAT, Kansai Airport Terminal 1, and Kansai Airport in around 4h 53m.

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