What is the cheapest way to get from Ōsaka to Himeji?

The cheapest way to get from Ōsaka to Himeji is to train which costs ¥1300 - ¥1800 and takes 1h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ōsaka to Himeji?

The fastest way to get from Ōsaka to Himeji is to subway and train which takes 54 min and costs ¥1400 - ¥2100.

Is there a direct train between Ōsaka and Himeji?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ōsaka and arriving at Higashi-Himeji. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Ōsaka to Himeji?

The distance between Ōsaka and Himeji is 89 km. The road distance is 94.7 km.

How do I travel from Ōsaka to Himeji without a car?

The best way to get from Ōsaka to Himeji without a car is to subway and train which takes 54 min and costs ¥1400 - ¥2100.

How long does it take to get from Ōsaka to Himeji?

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Ōsaka to Himeji, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ōsaka to Himeji train from?

Ōsaka to Himeji train services, operated by Osaka Metro, depart from Yodoyabashi station.

Where does the Ōsaka to Himeji train arrive?

Ōsaka to Himeji train services, operated by Osaka Metro, arrive at Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Can I drive from Ōsaka to Himeji?

Yes, the driving distance between Ōsaka to Himeji is 95 km. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Ōsaka to Himeji.

Where can I stay near Himeji?

There are 99+ hotels available in Himeji.

Ōsaka to Himeji - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ōsaka to Himeji by subway, train, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Yodoyabashi to Shin-Ōsaka Stationsubway Midosuji
2. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Himejitrain Nozomi / ...
54 min
¥1,410–2,045
Train via Kobe
cheapest
1. Take the train from Osaka-Umeda to Nishidaitrain Hanshin Main Line Limited Express Chokutsu Tokkyu / ...
2. Take the train from Nishidai(Hyogo) to Sanyohimejitrain [173183] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
2h 32m
¥1,290–1,843
Drive 94.7 km
1. Drive from Osaka to Himejicar 94.7 km
1h 18m
¥1,643–2,373
Train
1. Take the train from Ōsaka to Higashi-Himejitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
1h 28m
¥1,300–1,800

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Distance: 88.9 km
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Ōsaka, Japan and Himeji, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Ōsaka to Higashi-Himeji every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥1,300–1,800 and the journey takes 1h 28m.

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