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

The cheapest way to get from Tsuruga to Shirahama is to drive which costs ¥4700 - ¥7000 and takes 4h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tsuruga to Shirahama is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs ¥4700 - ¥7000.

Is there a direct bus between Tsuruga and Shirahama?

No, there is no direct bus from Tsuruga to Shirahama. However, there are services departing from Tsuruga IC and arriving at Shirahama-sanbashi via Osaka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

How far is it from Tsuruga to Shirahama?

The distance between Tsuruga and Shirahama is 317 km. The road distance is 280.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Tsuruga to Shirahama without a car is to train which takes 5h 37m and costs ¥9000 - ¥14000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Tsuruga to Shirahama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tsuruga to Shirahama bus from?

Tsuruga to Shirahama bus services, operated by Keifuku Bus, depart from Tsuruga IC station.

Train or bus from Tsuruga to Shirahama?

The best way to get from Tsuruga to Shirahama is to train which takes 5h 37m and costs ¥9000 - ¥14000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥6000 - ¥10000 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Tsuruga to Shirahama bus arrive?

Tsuruga to Shirahama bus services, operated by Keifuku Bus, arrive at Osaka Umeda station.

Can I drive from Tsuruga to Shirahama?

Yes, the driving distance between Tsuruga to Shirahama is 281 km. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Tsuruga to Shirahama.

Where can I stay near Shirahama?

There are 292+ hotels available in Shirahama.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Tsuruga to Shirahama by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Tsuruga to ŌsakaThunderbird
2. Take the train from Ōsaka to ShirahamaKuroshio
5h 37m
¥9,231–13,059
Drive 280.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tsuruga to Shirahama280.9 km
4h 19m
¥4,771–6,892
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Tsuruga to ŌsakaThunderbird
2. Take the bus from Osaka to Shirahama-sanbashi
6h 2m
¥7,021–11,009
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tsuruga IC to Osaka Umeda
2. Take the bus from Osaka to Shirahama-sanbashi
7h 13m
¥6,050–9,766

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Tsuruga to Shirahama.

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Distance: 316.7 km
Duration: 5h 37m

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

You can take a train from Tsuruga to Jokiin-shita via Ōsaka, Shirahama, and Shirahama Sta. in around 5h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tsuruga IC to Shirahama-sanbashi via Osaka Umeda and Osaka in around 7h 13m.

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