What is the cheapest way to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Ōsaka (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Ōsaka (Station) is to train via Kobe which costs ¥1200 - ¥1900 and takes 2h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Ōsaka (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Ōsaka (Station) is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs ¥1500 - ¥2300.

Is there a direct bus between Himeji Castle (Station) and Ōsaka (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Himeji Castle (Station) station to Ōsaka (Station). However, there are services departing from Himeji Station and arriving at Hotel New Hankyu via Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Himeji Castle (Station) and Ōsaka (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Himeji Castle (Station) to Ōsaka (Station). However, there are services departing from Sanyohimeji and arriving at Ōsaka via Himeji and Shin-Ōsaka Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Himeji Castle (Station) to Ōsaka (Station)?

The distance between Himeji Castle (Station) and Ōsaka (Station) is 91 km. The road distance is 90.5 km.

How do I travel from Himeji Castle (Station) to Ōsaka (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Ōsaka (Station) without a car is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs ¥1400 - ¥2200.

How long does it take to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Ōsaka (Station)?

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Ōsaka (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Himeji Castle (Station) to Ōsaka (Station) bus from?

Himeji Castle (Station) to Ōsaka (Station) bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Himeji Station.

Where do I catch the Himeji Castle (Station) to Ōsaka (Station) train from?

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

Train or bus from Himeji Castle (Station) to Ōsaka (Station)?

The best way to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Ōsaka (Station) is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs ¥1400 - ¥2200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2700 - ¥4200 and takes 2h 27m.

Where does the Himeji Castle (Station) to Ōsaka (Station) bus arrive?

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

Where does the Himeji Castle (Station) to Ōsaka (Station) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Himeji Castle (Station) to Ōsaka (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Himeji Castle (Station) to Ōsaka (Station) is 90 km. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Himeji Castle (Station) to Ōsaka (Station).

Where can I stay near Ōsaka (Station)?

There are 9606+ hotels available in Ōsaka (Station).

Himeji Castle (Station) to Ōsaka (Station) - 5 ways to travel via train

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There are 5 ways to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Ōsaka (Station) by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Himeji to Shin Osakatrain Sakura
2. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Ōsakatrain JR Kyoto Line / ...
1h 24m
¥1,467–2,183
Train via Kobe
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sanyohimeji to Nishidai(Hyogo)train [173339] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Nishidai to Osaka-Umedatrain Hanshin Main Line Limited Express Chokutsu Tokkyu / ...
2h 52m
¥1,269–1,824
Bus
1. Take the bus from Himeji Station to Osaka Itami Airport South Terminalbus H
2. Take the bus from Osaka Itami Airport to Hotel New Hankyubus
2h 27m
¥2,700–4,107
Drive 90.5 km
1. Drive from Himeji Castle (Station) to Ōsaka (Station)car 90.5 km
1h 18m
¥1,569–2,267
Train via Amagasaki
1. Take the train from Himeji to Amagasakitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
1h 42m
¥1,369–1,911

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Distance: 91.1 km
Duration: 1h 24m

What companies run services between Himeji Castle (Station), Japan and Ōsaka (Station), Japan?

You can take a vehicle from Himeji Castle (Station) to Ōsaka via Sanyohimeji, Tegara, Himeji, Shin Osaka, and Shin-Ōsaka Station in around 1h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Himeji Castle (Station) to Ōsaka (Station) via Himeji Station, Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, Osaka Itami Airport, and Hotel New Hankyu in around 2h 27m.

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