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

The cheapest way to get from Takasaki to Shirakawa is to drive which costs ¥3100 - ¥4600 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Takasaki to Shirakawa is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs ¥3100 - ¥4600.

Is there a direct train between Takasaki and Shirakawa?

No, there is no direct train from Takasaki to Shirakawa. However, there are services departing from Takasaki and arriving at Kutano via Ōmiya and Shin-Shirakawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Takasaki to Shirakawa?

The distance between Takasaki and Shirakawa is 230 km. The road distance is 180.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Takasaki to Shirakawa without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs ¥3400 - ¥4800.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Takasaki to Shirakawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Takasaki to Shirakawa train from?

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

Where does the Takasaki to Shirakawa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Takasaki to Shirakawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Takasaki to Shirakawa is 180 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Takasaki to Shirakawa.

Where can I stay near Shirakawa?

There are 80+ hotels available in Shirakawa.

Takasaki to Shirakawa - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Takasaki to Shirakawa by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Takasaki to Ōmiyatrain Tanigawa / ...
2. Take the train from Ōmiya to Shin-Shirakawatrain Yamabiko / ...
3h 7m
¥3,428–4,720
Drive 180.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Takasaki to Shirakawacar 180.1 km
2h 8m
¥3,126–4,515
Train via Oyama
1. Take the train from 高崎 Takasaki to 小山 Oyamatrain JR両毛線 JR Ryōmō Line / ...
2. Take the train from Oyama to Shin-Shirakawatrain Yamabiko / ...
3h 26m
¥3,403–6,822

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Distance: 229.8 km
Duration: 3h 7m

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

You can take a train from Takasaki to Kutano via Ōmiya and Shin-Shirakawa in around 3h 7m.

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