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

The cheapest way to get from Shirakawa to Nagano is to drive which costs ¥3500 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shirakawa to Nagano is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs ¥3500 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct train between Shirakawa and Nagano?

No, there is no direct train from Shirakawa to Nagano. However, there are services departing from Shirakawaguchi and arriving at Nagano via Minoota and Tajimi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Shirakawa to Nagano?

The distance between Shirakawa and Nagano is 255 km. The road distance is 204 km.

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

The best way to get from Shirakawa to Nagano without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Shirakawa to Nagano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shirakawa to Nagano train from?

Shirakawa to Nagano train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Tajimi station.

Where does the Shirakawa to Nagano train arrive?

Shirakawa to Nagano train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Nagano station.

Can I drive from Shirakawa to Nagano?

Yes, the driving distance between Shirakawa to Nagano is 204 km. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Shirakawa to Nagano.

Where can I stay near Nagano?

There are 268+ hotels available in Nagano.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tajimi to Naganotrain Shinano 23 / ...
4h 57m
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Yakeishi to Takayamatrain
2. Take the bus from Takayama Nohi Bus Center to Matsumoto Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the train from Matsumoto to Amoritrain
8h 26m
¥3,215–7,949
Drive 204 km
1. Drive from Shirakawa to Naganocar 204 km
3h 18m
¥3,533–5,102

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Distance: 255 km
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Shirakawa, Gifu, Japan and Nagano, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tajimi to Nagano hourly, and the journey takes 2h 36m.

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