What is the cheapest way to get from Ōtsu to Himeji Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Ōtsu to Himeji Castle is to train via Nishinomiya which costs ¥2100 - ¥3300 and takes 3h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ōtsu to Himeji Castle?

The fastest way to get from Ōtsu to Himeji Castle is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs ¥2200 - ¥3300.

Is there a direct bus between Ōtsu and Himeji Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Ōtsu station to Himeji Castle station. However, there are services departing from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate and arriving at Himeji Station via Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Ōtsu and Himeji Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Ōtsu to Himeji Castle. However, there are services departing from Zeze and arriving at Sanyohimeji via Kyoto and Tegara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Ōtsu to Himeji Castle?

The distance between Ōtsu and Himeji Castle is 139 km. The road distance is 129.7 km.

How do I travel from Ōtsu to Himeji Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Ōtsu to Himeji Castle without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ōtsu to Himeji Castle?

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Ōtsu to Himeji Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ōtsu to Himeji Castle bus from?

Ōtsu to Himeji Castle bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate.

Where do I catch the Ōtsu to Himeji Castle train from?

Ōtsu to Himeji Castle train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Zeze station.

Train or bus from Ōtsu to Himeji Castle?

The best way to get from Ōtsu to Himeji Castle is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3600 - ¥7000 and takes 4h 4m.

Where does the Ōtsu to Himeji Castle bus arrive?

Ōtsu to Himeji Castle bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal station.

Where does the Ōtsu to Himeji Castle train arrive?

Ōtsu to Himeji Castle train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Ōtsu to Himeji Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Ōtsu to Himeji Castle is 130 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Ōtsu to Himeji Castle.

Where can I stay near Himeji Castle?

There are 99+ hotels available in Himeji Castle.

Ōtsu to Himeji Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Ōtsu to Himeji Castle by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Zeze to Kyōtotrain [21833] Jr Biwako / ...
2. Take the train from Kyoto to Himejitrain Hikari / ...
2h 26m
Train via Kobe
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Sumatrain JR Kyoto Line
2. Take the train from Sanyosuma to Sanyohimejitrain [173183] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
3h 48m
¥2,123–3,209
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate to Osaka Itami Airport South Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Osaka Itami Airport to Himeji Stationbus H
4h 4m
¥3,623–6,609
Drive 129.7 km
1. Drive from Ōtsu to Himeji Castlecar 129.7 km
1h 41m
¥2,254–3,256
Train via Nishinomiya
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Ashiyatrain JR Kyoto Line
2. Take the train from Ashiya to Himejitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
3h 22m
¥2,173–3,209

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Distance: 139.1 km
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Ōtsu, Japan and Himeji Castle, Japan?

You can take a train from Zeze to Himeji Castle via Kyōto, Kyoto, Himeji, Tegara, and Sanyohimeji in around 2h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zeze to Himeji Castle via Kyōto, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, Osaka Itami Airport, and Himeji Station in around 4h 4m.

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