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

The cheapest way to get from Shirakawago to Obuse is to drive which costs ¥3400 - ¥5000 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shirakawago to Obuse is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs ¥3400 - ¥5000.

How far is it from Shirakawago to Obuse?

The distance between Shirakawago and Obuse is 310 km. The road distance is 201.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Shirakawago to Obuse without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 21m and costs ¥8000 - ¥14000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Shirakawago to Obuse, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Shirakawago and Obuse?

Obuse is 1h ahead of Shirakawago. It is currently 3:34 PM in Shirakawago and 4:34 PM in Obuse.

Can I drive from Shirakawago to Obuse?

Yes, the driving distance between Shirakawago to Obuse is 201 km. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Shirakawago to Obuse.

Where can I stay near Obuse?

There are 441+ hotels available in Obuse.

Shirakawago to Obuse - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Shirakawago to Obuse 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Shirakawa-go to Kanazawa Station West ExitTakayama / ...
2. Take the train from Kanazawa to NaganoHakutaka / ...
4h 21m
¥7,988–14,000
Drive 201.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shirakawago to Obuse201.1 km
3h 4m
¥3,425–4,947
Bus, train via Toyama
1. Take the bus from Shirakawago to Toyama StationTakayama
2. Take the train from Toyama to NaganoHakutaka / ...
5h 37m
¥8,379–12,500
Bus, train via Matsumoto
1. Take the bus from Shirakawago to Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminal
2. Take the bus from Takayama Nohi Bus Center to Matsumoto Bus Terminal
3. Take the train from Matsumoto to Nagano
6h 41m
¥4,313–12,800

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 310.3 km
Duration: 4h 21m

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

There is no direct connection from Shirakawago to Obuse. However, you can take the bus to Kanazawa Station West Exit, walk to Kanazawa, take the train to Nagano, then take the train to Obuse. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shirakawago to Obuse via Toyama Station, Toyama, and Nagano in around 5h 37m.

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