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

The cheapest way to get from Taiji to Shirahama is to drive which costs ¥1300 - ¥2000 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taiji to Shirahama is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs ¥1300 - ¥2000.

Is there a direct bus between Taiji and Shirahama?

No, there is no direct bus from Taiji to Shirahama. However, there are services departing from Taiji Sta. and arriving at Shirahama Bus Center via Shirohama Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Taiji to Shirahama?

The distance between Taiji and Shirahama is 80 km. The road distance is 79.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Taiji to Shirahama without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs ¥3000 - ¥4200.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Taiji to Shirahama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taiji to Shirahama bus from?

Taiji to Shirahama bus services, operated by Kumano Gobo Nankai Bus, depart from Taiji Sta. station.

Train or bus from Taiji to Shirahama?

The best way to get from Taiji to Shirahama is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs ¥3000 - ¥4200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2800 - ¥3800 and takes 2h 58m.

Where does the Taiji to Shirahama bus arrive?

Taiji to Shirahama bus services, operated by Kumano Gobo Nankai Bus, arrive at Nanki Shirahama Airport station.

Can I drive from Taiji to Shirahama?

Yes, the driving distance between Taiji to Shirahama is 79 km. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Taiji to Shirahama.

Where can I stay near Shirahama?

There are 298+ hotels available in Shirahama.

Taiji to Shirahama - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Taiji to Shirahama by train, bus, car, or taxi

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Taiji to Shirahama[28883] Jr Kinokuni
2h 12m
¥3,014–4,186
Drive 79.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Taiji to Shirahama79.1 km
1h 10m
¥1,349–1,949
Bus
1. Take the bus from Taiji Sta. to Nanki Shirahama AirportShirahama Airport Limousine Bus
2h 58m
¥2,874–3,737
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Taiji to Shirahama79.1 km
1h 10m
¥29,000–35,000

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 80.3 km
Duration: 2h 12m

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Taiji to Shirahama every 4 hours, and the journey takes 1h 37m. Japan Railways Limited Express also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, Kumano Gobo Nankai Bus operates a bus from Taiji Sta. to Nanki Shirahama Airport once daily. Tickets cost ¥2,400–3,100 and the journey takes 1h 43m.

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