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Results from Shirakawago to Takaoka on Friday, 27 March 2026
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How to get from Shirakawago to Takaoka
The easiest way to travel from Shirakawago to Takaoka is by bus.
How far is Shirakawago from Takaoka?
The travel distance between Shirakawago and Takaoka is 70 km. The best option to travel from Shirakawago to Takaoka is taking a bus.
How long does it take to get from Shirakawago to Takaoka?
It takes about 1 hour 20 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes to get from Shirakawago to Takaoka by bus.
What types of buses operate the route Shirakawago to Takaoka?
There are two bus companies running the route Shirakawago to Takaoka.
Kaetsunou Bus operates single-deck coaches with seats for 30-40 passengers.
Iruka Kotsu Bus operates single-deck coaches with seats for 30-40 passengers.
For more information about travelling by bus, please read our Bus Guide in Japan.
Where do buses from Shirakawago to Takaoka depart?
Most buses from Shirakawago to Takaoka depart from Shirakawa-go Bus Terminal located in Shirakawa, Gifu.
Passengers are requested to arrive at the point of departure at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
Where do buses from Shirakawago to Takaoka arrive?
Most buses from Shirakawago to Takaoka arrive at Takaoka Bus Terminal located in Futazuka, Takaoka and JR Shin-Takaoka Station located in Shimokuroda, Takaoka.
Where to travel next from Takaoka?
From Takaoka, you can travel by bus to Takayama, and Shirakawago, or travel by train to Tokyo, Joetsu, Nagano, Kanazawa, Fukui, and Tsuruga.