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

The cheapest way to get from Shirakawa to Tokyo is to drive which costs ¥3500 - ¥5500 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shirakawa to Tokyo is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs ¥3000 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct bus between Shirakawa and Tokyo?

No, there is no direct bus from Shirakawa to Tokyo. However, there are services departing from Sukagawa Eigyōsho and arriving at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Shirakawa and Tokyo?

No, there is no direct train from Shirakawa to Tokyo. However, there are services departing from Shin-Shirakawa and arriving at Ueno via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Shirakawa to Tokyo?

The distance between Shirakawa and Tokyo is 179 km. The road distance is 203.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Shirakawa to Tokyo without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs ¥3000 - ¥6500.

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

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Shirakawa to Tokyo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shirakawa to Tokyo bus from?

Shirakawa to Tokyo bus services, operated by JR Bus Tohoku, depart from Sukagawa Eigyōsho station.

Where do I catch the Shirakawa to Tokyo train from?

Shirakawa to Tokyo train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Shin-Shirakawa station.

Train or bus from Shirakawa to Tokyo?

The best way to get from Shirakawa to Tokyo is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs ¥3000 - ¥6500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4300 - ¥6500 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Shirakawa to Tokyo bus arrive?

Shirakawa to Tokyo bus services, operated by JR Bus Tohoku, arrive at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Shirakawa to Tokyo train arrive?

Shirakawa to Tokyo train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Ueno station.

Can I drive from Shirakawa to Tokyo?

Yes, the driving distance between Shirakawa to Tokyo is 204 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Shirakawa to Tokyo.

Where can I stay near Tokyo?

There are 12688+ hotels available in Tokyo.

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Shin-Shirakawa to Uenotrain Nasuno / ...
2h 7m
¥3,052–6,369
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sukagawa Eigyōsho to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus Abukuma
5h 2m
¥4,316–6,059
Drive 203.8 km
1. Drive from Shirakawa to Tokyocar 203.8 km
2h 25m
¥3,537–5,108

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Distance: 179 km
Duration: 2h 7m

What companies run services between Shirakawa, Japan and Tokyo, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shin-Shirakawa to Ueno hourly. Tickets cost ¥2,500–3,400 and the journey takes 1h 14m. Alternatively, JR Bus Tohoku operates a bus from Sukagawa Eigyōsho to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥3,900–5,500 and the journey takes 3h 42m.

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