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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Shirakawa to Hakuba

Composite routes from Shirakawa to Hakuba

Cheapest
4 h 21 min
Car
343 km.
from $18
Other
6 h 8 min
138 km.
from $84.04
7 h 33 min
138 km.
from $5.43
8 h 59 min
Train, Bus
138 km.
from $78.57
5 h 22 min
Train, Bus
216 km.
from $153.85
7 h 25 min
218 km.
from $107.17

Transport providers

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Shin-Shirakawa to Ōmiya
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.57–$53.36
Train from Ōmiya to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$43.19–$62.25
Train from Shin-Shirakawa to Oyama
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.95–$43.19
Train from Takasaki to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.49–$47.00

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Tajimi to Matsumoto
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$33.03–$45.73
Train from Matsumoto to Hakuba
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.51–$25.41
Train from Shirakawaguchi to Minoota
Ave. Duration:
25 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.80–$19.06
Train from Matsumoto to Shinano-Omachi
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.70–$21.60
Train from Shinano-Omachi to Hakuba
Ave. Duration:
25 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.80–$19.06
Train from Shirakawaguchi to Takayama
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.33–$30.49

Japan Railways (JR)

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/index.html
Train from Shirakawaguchi to Minoota
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$3.56–$4.95
Train from Matsumoto to Shinano-Omachi
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.95–$6.99
Train from Shinano-Omachi to Hakuba
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$3.43–$4.70
Train from Shirakawaguchi to Takayama
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$11.43–$16.51

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
050-3772-3910
Website:
jr-central.co.jp/
Train from Minoota to Tajimi
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jreast.co.jp/multi/en/
Train from Oyama(Tochigi) to Takasaki
Ave. Duration:
1h 58m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.80–$15.24

Bus operators

JAMJAM LINER

Phone:
050-3802-1544
Website:
jamjamliner.jp/
Bus from Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit to Happo
Ave. Duration:
6h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.79–$49.54

ALPICO Kotsu

Phone:
0570-550-373
Website:
alpico.co.jp/en/
Bus from Takayama Nohi Bus Center to Matsumoto
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.07–$49.54
Bus from Nagano station to Hakuba
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$18.52

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Shirakawa to Hakuba?

The cheapest way to get from Shirakawa to Hakuba is to drive which costs $20.65 - $31.52 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shirakawa to Hakuba?

The fastest way to get from Shirakawa to Hakuba is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs $20.65 - $31.52 .

Is there a direct train between Shirakawa and Hakuba?

No, there is no direct train from Shirakawa to Hakuba. However, there are services departing from Shirakawaguchi and arriving at Hakuba via Minoota, Tajimi and Matsumoto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Shirakawa to Hakuba?

The distance between Shirakawa and Hakuba is 253 km. The road distance is 201.9 km.

How do I travel from Shirakawa to Hakuba without a car?

The best way to get from Shirakawa to Hakuba without a car is to train which takes 6h 8m and costs $44.57 - $81.52 .

How long does it take to get from Shirakawa to Hakuba?

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Shirakawa to Hakuba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shirakawa to Hakuba train from?

Shirakawa to Hakuba train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Tajimi station.

Train or bus from Shirakawa to Hakuba?

The best way to get from Shirakawa to Hakuba is to train which takes 6h 8m and costs $44.57 - $81.52 . Alternatively, you can Ski bus, which costs $29.35 - $65.22 and takes 9h 16m.

Where does the Shirakawa to Hakuba train arrive?

Shirakawa to Hakuba train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Matsumoto station.

Can I drive from Shirakawa to Hakuba?

Yes, the driving distance between Shirakawa to Hakuba is 202 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Shirakawa to Hakuba.

Where can I stay near Hakuba?

There are 685+ hotels available in Hakuba. Prices start at $60.95 per night.
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