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

The cheapest way to get from Takayama to Shirakawa is to drive which costs ¥3500 - ¥5500 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Takayama to Shirakawa is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs ¥3500 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct train between Takayama and Shirakawa?

No, there is no direct train from Takayama to Shirakawa. However, there are services departing from Nakanojo and arriving at Shin-Shirakawa via 新前橋 Shim-Maebashi and Oyama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Takayama to Shirakawa?

The distance between Takayama and Shirakawa is 230 km. The road distance is 205 km.

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

The best way to get from Takayama to Shirakawa without a car is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs ¥4000 - ¥8500.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Takayama to Shirakawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Takayama to Shirakawa train from?

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

Where does the Takayama to Shirakawa train arrive?

Takayama to Shirakawa train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shim-Maebashi station.

Can I drive from Takayama to Shirakawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Takayama to Shirakawa is 205 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Takayama to Shirakawa.

Where can I stay near Shirakawa?

There are 80+ hotels available in Shirakawa.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nakanojo to Shim-Maebashitrain
2. Take the train from 新前橋 Shim-Maebashi to 小山 Oyamatrain
3. Take the train from Oyama to Shin-Shirakawatrain
5h 22m
¥3,995–8,197
Drive 205 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Takayama to Shirakawacar 205 km
2h 45m
¥3,548–5,125
Train via Saitama
1. Take the train from Nakanojo to Omiya(Saitama)train [187350] Ltd. Exp Kusatsu 2
2. Take the train from Ōmiya to Shin-Shirakawatrain Yamabiko / ...
5h 26m
¥4,105–6,197

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Distance: 230.3 km
Duration: 5h 22m

What companies run services between Takayama, Gunma, Japan and Shirakawa, Japan?

You can take a bus from 高山役場前 to Shirakawa Station via 中之条駅, Nakanojo, 新前橋 Shim-Maebashi, Oyama, Shin-Shirakawa, and Shin-Shirakawa Station in around 5h 22m.

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