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

The cheapest way to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Meriken Park is to train which costs ¥850 - ¥1300 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Meriken Park is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs ¥950 - ¥1400.

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

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 Meriken Park?

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 Meriken Park?

The distance between Himeji Castle (Station) and Meriken Park is 58 km. The road distance is 56.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Meriken Park without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs ¥850 - ¥1300.

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

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 Meriken Park bus from?

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

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

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

Train or bus from Himeji Castle (Station) to Meriken Park?

The best way to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Meriken Park is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs ¥850 - ¥1300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1300 - ¥1900 and takes 2h 13m.

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

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

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

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

Can I drive from Himeji Castle (Station) to Meriken Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Himeji Castle (Station) to Meriken Park is 56 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Himeji Castle (Station) to Meriken Park.

Where can I stay near Meriken Park?

There are 331+ hotels available in Meriken Park.

Himeji Castle (Station) to Meriken Park - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Meriken Park 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 17m
¥850–1,300
Bus
1. Take the bus from Himeji Station to Shinki Bus Sannomiyabus 9352
2h 13m
¥1,300–1,900
Drive 56.2 km
1. Drive from Himeji Castle (Station) to Meriken Parkcar 56.2 km
1h 2m
¥968–1,398
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Himeji Castle (Station) to Meriken Parktaxi 56.2 km
1h 2m
¥20,000–25,000
Train via Itayado
1. Take the train from Sanyohimeji to Itayadotrain [173339] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
2h 10m
¥997–1,328

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Distance: 58.2 km
Duration: 1h 17m

What companies run services between Himeji Castle (Station), Japan and Meriken Park, 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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