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

The cheapest way to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Osaka Castle is to train which costs ¥1400 - ¥2000 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Osaka Castle is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2400.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Himeji Castle (Station) station to Osaka Castle. However, there are services departing from Himeji Station and arriving at Osaka Marubiru via Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Himeji Castle (Station) to Osaka Castle. However, there are services departing from Sanyohimeji and arriving at Temmabashi via Himeji, Shin-Ōsaka Station and Yodoyabashi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

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

The distance between Himeji Castle (Station) and Osaka Castle is 95 km. The road distance is 95.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Osaka Castle without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 53m and costs ¥1800 - ¥2600.

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

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Osaka Castle, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

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

The best way to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Osaka Castle is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs ¥1400 - ¥2000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2700 - ¥4300 and takes 3h 3m.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Himeji Castle (Station) to Osaka Castle is 95 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Himeji Castle (Station) to Osaka Castle.

Where can I stay near Osaka Castle?

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

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

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Himeji to Shin Osakatrain Sakura
2. Take the subway from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Yodoyabashisubway Midosuji
1h 53m
¥1,817–2,583
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Himeji to Amagasakitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
2h 18m
¥1,429–1,991
Bus
1. Take the bus from Himeji Station to Osaka Itami Airport South Terminalbus H
2. Take the bus from Osaka Itami Airport to Osaka Marubirubus
3h 3m
¥2,785–4,237
Drive 95.1 km
1. Drive from Himeji Castle (Station) to Osaka Castlecar 95.1 km
1h 28m
¥1,638–2,365
Train via Kobe
1. Take the train from Sanyohimeji to Sanyosumatrain [173339] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Suma to Osakajokitazumetrain [26937] JR Gakkentoshi Line Local / ...
3h 15m
¥1,575–2,313

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Distance: 95.3 km
Duration: 1h 53m

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Himeji to Amagasaki every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥1,200–1,700 and the journey takes 1h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Himeji Castle (Station) to Osaka Castle via Himeji Station, Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, Osaka Itami Airport, Osaka Marubiru, Kitashinchi, and Osakajokitazume in around 3h 3m.

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