What is the cheapest way to get from Shirakawago to Gunma?

The cheapest way to get from Shirakawago to Gunma is to drive which costs ¥4200 - ¥6500 and takes 4h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shirakawago to Gunma?

The fastest way to get from Shirakawago to Gunma is to drive which takes 4h 18m and costs ¥4200 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct bus between Shirakawago and Gunma?

No, there is no direct bus from Shirakawago to Gunma. However, there are services departing from Shirakawa-go and arriving at 高崎駅東口 via 金沢駅東口. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

How far is it from Shirakawago to Gunma?

The distance between Shirakawago and Gunma is 380 km. The road distance is 250.7 km.

How do I travel from Shirakawago to Gunma without a car?

The best way to get from Shirakawago to Gunma without a car is to bus and train via Takaoka which takes 4h 53m and costs ¥8000 - ¥17000.

How long does it take to get from Shirakawago to Gunma?

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Shirakawago to Gunma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shirakawago to Gunma bus from?

Shirakawago to Gunma bus services, operated by Hokuriku Railroad, depart from Shirakawa-go station.

Where does the Shirakawago to Gunma bus arrive?

Shirakawago to Gunma bus services, operated by Hokuriku Railroad, arrive at Kanazawa Station West Exit.

What is the time difference between Shirakawago and Gunma?

Gunma is 1h ahead of Shirakawago. It is currently 7:28 AM in Shirakawago and 8:28 AM in Gunma.

Can I drive from Shirakawago to Gunma?

Yes, the driving distance between Shirakawago to Gunma is 251 km. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Shirakawago to Gunma.

Where can I stay near Gunma?

There are 190+ hotels available in Gunma.

Shirakawago to Gunma - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Shirakawago to Gunma by bus, train, car, or plane

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

Bus, train via Takaoka
best
1. Take the bus from Shirakawago to Shintakaokaeki１bannoribaShirakawago-Takaokaekimae
2. Take the train from Shin-Takaoka to TakasakiHakutaka
4h 53m
¥8,421–16,200
Drive 250.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shirakawago to Takasaki250.7 km
4h 18m
¥4,257–6,149
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shirakawago to Toyama StationTakayama
2. Take the train from Toyama to TakasakiHakutaka
5h 55m
¥10,279–15,200
Bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Shirakawa-go to Kanazawa Station West Exit
2. Fly from Komatsu Airport (KMQ) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)KMQ - HND
3. Take the train from Kita-Senju to Tatebayashi
6h 36m
¥16,938–41,850
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shirakawa-go to Kanazawa Station West ExitTakayama / ...
2. Take the bus from 金沢駅東口 to 高崎駅東口高速バス東京・さいたま・群馬～富山・金沢線
9h 5m
¥7,888–13,200

Shirakawago to Gunma by bus

7Weekly Buses

9h 5mAverage Duration

¥7,888Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Shirakawago to Gunma.

Launch map view

Distance: 379.6 km
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Shirakawago, Japan and Gunma, Japan?

You can take a bus from Shirakawa-go to 高崎駅東口 via Kanazawa Station West Exit and 金沢駅東口 in around 9h 5m.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Japan

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.