What is the cheapest way to get from Itami to Shirahama?

The cheapest way to get from Itami to Shirahama is to drive which costs ¥2600 - ¥3900 and takes 2h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Itami to Shirahama?

The fastest way to get from Itami to Shirahama is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs ¥2600 - ¥3900.

Is there a direct bus between Itami and Shirahama?

No, there is no direct bus from Itami to Shirahama. However, there are services departing from Osaka Itami Airport and arriving at Shirahama-sanbashi via JR Namba. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Itami to Shirahama?

The distance between Itami and Shirahama is 193 km. The road distance is 158.8 km.

How do I travel from Itami to Shirahama without a car?

The best way to get from Itami to Shirahama without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs ¥5000 - ¥7500.

How long does it take to get from Itami to Shirahama?

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Itami to Shirahama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Itami to Shirahama bus from?

Itami to Shirahama bus services, operated by Meiko Bus, depart from JR Namba station.

Train or bus from Itami to Shirahama?

The best way to get from Itami to Shirahama is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs ¥5000 - ¥7500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3600 - ¥6500 and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Itami to Shirahama bus arrive?

Itami to Shirahama bus services, operated by Meiko Bus, arrive at Shirahama-sanbashi station.

Can I drive from Itami to Shirahama?

Yes, the driving distance between Itami to Shirahama is 159 km. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Itami to Shirahama.

Where can I stay near Shirahama?

There are 299+ hotels available in Shirahama.

Itami to Shirahama - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Itami to Shirahama by train, bus, or car

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 193.1 km
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Itami, Japan and Shirahama, Wakayama, Japan?

Japan Railways Limited Express operates a train from Ōsaka to Shirahama every 2 hours. Tickets cost ¥4,800–7,000 and the journey takes 2h 36m. Alternatively, Meiko Bus operates a bus from JR Namba to Shirahama-sanbashi every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥3,000–5,500 and the journey takes 3h 16m.

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