What is the cheapest way to get from Shirahama to Nara-shi?

The cheapest way to get from Shirahama to Nara-shi is to drive which costs ¥2800 - ¥4100 and takes 2h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shirahama to Nara-shi?

The fastest way to get from Shirahama to Nara-shi is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs ¥2800 - ¥4100.

Is there a direct bus between Shirahama and Nara-shi?

No, there is no direct bus from Shirahama to Nara-shi. However, there are services departing from Shirahama-sanbashi and arriving at Nara-ken Convention Center via JR Namba Station and Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Shirahama to Nara-shi?

The distance between Shirahama and Nara-shi is 179 km. The road distance is 166.5 km.

How do I travel from Shirahama to Nara-shi without a car?

The best way to get from Shirahama to Nara-shi without a car is to bus which takes 4h 1m and costs ¥3500 - ¥6000.

How long does it take to get from Shirahama to Nara-shi?

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Shirahama to Nara-shi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shirahama to Nara-shi bus from?

Shirahama to Nara-shi bus services, operated by Meiko Bus, depart from Shirahama-sanbashi station.

Train or bus from Shirahama to Nara-shi?

The best way to get from Shirahama to Nara-shi is to bus which takes 4h 1m and costs ¥3500 - ¥6000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Shirahama to Nara-shi bus arrive?

Shirahama to Nara-shi bus services, operated by Meiko Bus, arrive at JR Namba station.

Can I drive from Shirahama to Nara-shi?

Yes, the driving distance between Shirahama to Nara-shi is 167 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Shirahama to Nara-shi.

Where can I stay near Nara-shi?

There are 412+ hotels available in Nara-shi.

Shirahama to Nara-shi - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Shirahama to Nara-shi by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Shirahama-sanbashi to JR Namba
4h 1m
¥3,550–5,582
Drive 166.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shirahama to Nara-shi166.5 km
2h 21m
¥2,813–4,063
Train
1. Take the train from Shirahama to TennōjiKuroshio
2. Take the train from Tennōji to NaraYamatoji Rapid Service / ...
4h 26m
Bus via Osaka Itami Airport (ITM)
1. Take the bus from Shirahama-sanbashi to JR Namba
2. Take the bus from Osaka Itami Airport to Nara-ken Convention CenterT
5h 43m
¥4,950–7,732

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Shirahama to Nara-shi.

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Distance: 178.6 km
Duration: 4h 1m

What companies run services between Shirahama, Wakayama, Japan and Nara-shi, Japan?

Meiko Bus operates a bus from Shirahama-sanbashi to JR Namba every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥3,000–4,900 and the journey takes 3h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sokkosho-mae to Nara via Shirahama Sta., Shirahama, and Tennōji in around 4h 26m.

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