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

The cheapest way to get from Shirakawa-go to Kobe is to drive which costs ¥5000 - ¥8000 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shirakawa-go to Kobe is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs ¥5000 - ¥8000.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Shirakawa-go to Kobe. However, there are services departing from Shirakawago and arriving at Sannomiya BT via Meitetsu Bus Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

How far is it from Shirakawa-go to Kobe?

The distance between Shirakawa-go and Kobe is 417 km. The road distance is 317.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Shirakawa-go to Kobe without a car is to bus and train via Nagoya which takes 6h 16m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Shirakawa-go to Kobe, including transfers.

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

Shirakawa-go to Kobe bus services, operated by Gifu Bus, depart from Shirakawago station.

Where does the Shirakawa-go to Kobe bus arrive?

Shirakawa-go to Kobe bus services, operated by Gifu Bus, arrive at Meitetsu Bus Center station.

Can I drive from Shirakawa-go to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Shirakawa-go to Kobe is 317 km. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Shirakawa-go to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 272+ hotels available in Kobe.

Shirakawa-go to Kobe - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Shirakawa-go to Kobe by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train via Nagoya
best
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 Shin Kobetrain
6h 16m
Drive 317.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shirakawa-go to Kobecar 317.4 km
4h 30m
¥5,444–7,863
Bus via Nagoya
1. Take the bus from Shirakawago to Meitetsu Bus Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to Sannomiya BTbus
7h 9m
¥7,060–8,160
Bus, bus to Matsumoto Airport, fly to Kobe
1. Take the bus from Shirakawago to Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Takayama Nohi Bus Center to Shinshimashima Stationbus
3. Fly from Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) to Kobe (UKB)plane MMJ - UKB
6h 53m
¥21,456–44,965
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shirakawago to Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the train from Takayama to Kyōtotrain
3. Take the train from Kyōto to Motomachitrain
7h 32m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shirakawago to Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminalbus Takayama
2. Take the bus from Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminal to Osaka Stationbus Takayama
8h 7m
¥8,696–12,755
Bus to Komatsu Airport, fly to Kobe
1. Take the bus from Gokayama Suganuma to Kanazawa Stationbus
2. Fly from Komatsu Airport (KMQ) to Kobe (UKB)plane KMQ - UKB
8h 22m
¥25,516–69,476
Bus to Komatsu Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport
1. Take the bus from Gokayama Suganuma to Kanazawa Stationbus
2. Fly from Komatsu Airport (KMQ) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane KMQ - ITM
8h 40m
¥43,206–70,426

Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) to Kobe (UKB) flights

7Weekly Planes

1h 5mAverage Duration

¥12,563Cheapest Price

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Distance: 416.8 km
Duration: 6h 16m

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

You can take a vehicle from Shirakawa-go to Sannomiya BT via Shirakawago and Meitetsu Bus Center in around 7h 9m.

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