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How to get fromAwaji Island to Himeji Castleby bus, train, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Awaji Island to Himeji Castle by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Sumoto Kosoku Bus Center to Kosoku Maikobus bus
    2. Take the train from Maiko to Himejitrain train A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
    2h 13m
    ¥2,490–2,790

  2. Drive 102.4 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Minamiawaji to Himeji Castlecar car 102.4 km
    1h 35m
    ¥1,778–2,568

  3. Bus, train via Sanyohimeji

    1. Take the bus from Sumoto Kosoku Bus Center to Kosoku Maikobus bus
    2. Take the train from Maikokoen to Sanyohimejitrain train [173183] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
    2h 30m
    ¥2,490–2,790

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  • Distance: 93.1 km
  • Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Awaji Island, Hyōgo, Japan and Himeji Castle, Japan?

There is no direct connection from Awaji Island to Himeji Castle. However, you can take the bus to Kosoku Maiko, walk to Maiko, take the train to Himeji, then walk to Himeji Castle. Alternatively, you can drive from Minamiawaji to Himeji Castle in around 1h 35m.

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