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

The cheapest way to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Kobe is to train which costs ¥850 - ¥1300 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Kobe is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs ¥950 - ¥1400.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Himeji Station station and arriving at Shinki Bus Sannomiya. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Himeji and arriving at Motomachi. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

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

The distance between Himeji Castle (Station) and Kobe is 57 km. The road distance is 55.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs ¥850 - ¥1300.

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

The train from Himeji to Motomachi takes 58 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

Himeji Castle (Station) to Kobe bus services, operated by Willer Express, depart from Himeji Station.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Kobe is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs ¥850 - ¥1300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1300 - ¥1900 and takes 1h 52m.

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

Himeji Castle (Station) to Kobe bus services, operated by Willer Express, arrive at Shinki Bus Sannomiya station.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Himeji Castle (Station) to Kobe is 56 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Himeji Castle (Station) to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

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Himeji Castle (Station) to Kobe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Himeji to Motomachitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
1h 8m
¥850–1,300
Bus
1. Take the bus from Himeji Station to Shinki Bus Sannomiyabus 9352
1h 52m
¥1,300–1,900
Drive 55.7 km
1. Drive from Himeji Castle (Station) to Kobecar 55.7 km
1h 3m
¥966–1,395
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Himeji Castle (Station) to Kobetaxi 55.7 km
1h 3m
¥20,000–25,000
Train via Itayado
1. Take the train from Sanyohimeji to Itayadotrain [173339] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
1h 58m
¥997–1,328

Himeji Castle (Station) to Kobe by foot and bus

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Distance: 57.4 km
Duration: 1h 8m

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Himeji to Motomachi every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥850–1,300 and the journey takes 58 min. Alternatively, Willer Express operates a bus from Himeji Station to Shinki Bus Sannomiya once daily. Tickets cost ¥1,300–1,900 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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