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

The cheapest way to get from Ashiya to Himeji Castle is to train which costs ¥1000 - ¥1500 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ashiya to Himeji Castle is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs ¥1100 - ¥1700.

Is there a direct train between Ashiya and Himeji Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ashiya and arriving at Himeji. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Ashiya to Himeji Castle?

The distance between Ashiya and Himeji Castle is 70 km. The road distance is 66.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ashiya to Himeji Castle without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs ¥1000 - ¥1500.

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

The train from Ashiya to Himeji takes 1h 12m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

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

Where does the Ashiya to Himeji Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ashiya to Himeji Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashiya to Himeji Castle is 66 km. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Ashiya to Himeji Castle.

Where can I stay near Himeji Castle?

There are 102+ hotels available in Himeji Castle.

Ashiya to Himeji Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Ashiya to Himeji Castle by train, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Ashiya to Himejitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
1h 30m
¥1,000–1,500
Drive 66.5 km
1. Drive from Ashiya to Himeji Castlecar 66.5 km
1h 19m
¥1,141–1,647
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ashiya to Himeji Castletaxi 66.5 km
1h 19m
¥32,000–39,000
Train via Nishidai(Hyogo)
1. Take the train from Ashiya 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 22m
¥1,018–1,466

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Distance: 70.4 km
Duration: 1h 30m

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Ashiya to Himeji every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥1,000–1,500 and the journey takes 1h 12m.

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