What is the cheapest way to get from Shirakawa-go to Arashiyama?

The cheapest way to get from Shirakawa-go to Arashiyama is to drive which costs ¥4500 - ¥6500 and takes 3h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shirakawa-go to Arashiyama?

The fastest way to get from Shirakawa-go to Arashiyama is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs ¥4500 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct bus between Shirakawa-go and Arashiyama?

No, there is no direct bus from Shirakawa-go to Arashiyama station. However, there are services departing from Shirakawago and arriving at Kyoto Station Hachijo Gate via Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from Shirakawa-go to Arashiyama?

The distance between Shirakawa-go and Arashiyama is 379 km. The road distance is 259.9 km.

How do I travel from Shirakawa-go to Arashiyama without a car?

The best way to get from Shirakawa-go to Arashiyama without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 59m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Shirakawa-go to Arashiyama?

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Shirakawa-go to Arashiyama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shirakawa-go to Arashiyama bus from?

Shirakawa-go to Arashiyama bus services, operated by Nohi Bus, depart from Shirakawago station.

Where does the Shirakawa-go to Arashiyama bus arrive?

Shirakawa-go to Arashiyama bus services, operated by Nohi Bus, arrive at Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Shirakawa-go to Arashiyama?

Yes, the driving distance between Shirakawa-go to Arashiyama is 260 km. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Shirakawa-go to Arashiyama.

Where can I stay near Arashiyama?

There are 3771+ hotels available in Arashiyama.

Shirakawa-go to Arashiyama - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Shirakawa-go to Arashiyama by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Shirakawago to Meitetsu Bus Centerbus
2. Take the train from Nagoya to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
3h 59m
Drive 259.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shirakawa-go to Arashiyamacar 259.9 km
3h 42m
¥4,503–6,504
Bus, train via Takayama
1. Take the bus from Shirakawago to Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the train from Takayama to Nagoya Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Nagoya to Kyototrain
5h 32m
Bus, train via Nagoya
1. Take the bus from Shirakawago to Meitetsu Bus Terminalbus Shirakawago Nagoya
2. Take the train from Nagoya to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
4h 13m
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Shirakawago to Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminalbus Takayama
2. Take the train from Takayama to Kyōtotrain Hida 36
6h 13m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shirakawago to Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminalbus Takayama
2. Take the bus from Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminal to Kyoto Station Hachijo Gatebus Takayama
6h 44m
¥7,546–11,105

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Distance: 379 km
Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between Shirakawa-go, Japan and Arashiyama, Japan?

You can take a vehicle from Shirakawa-go to Saga-Arashiyama via Shirakawago, Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminal, Kyoto Station Hachijo Gate, and Kyōto in around 6h 44m.

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