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

The cheapest way to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Tokyo is to night train which costs ¥8500 - ¥13000 and takes 7h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Tokyo is to train and fly which takes 4h 16m and costs ¥11000 - ¥30000.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Himeji Station station and arriving at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 55m.

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

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Himeji and arriving at Tōkyō Station station. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 41m.

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

The distance between Himeji Castle (Station) and Tokyo is 603 km. The road distance is 570.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Tokyo without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Tokyo, including transfers.

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

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

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

Himeji Castle (Station) to Tokyo train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Himeji station.

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

The best way to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Tokyo is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥7500 - ¥20000 and takes 10h 7m.

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

Himeji Castle (Station) to Tokyo bus services, operated by Willer Express, arrive at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

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

Himeji Castle (Station) to Tokyo train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Tōkyō Station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Himeji Castle (Station) to Tokyo is 571 km. It takes approximately 6h 17m to drive from Himeji Castle (Station) to Tokyo.

Where can I stay near Tokyo?

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Himeji Castle (Station) to Tokyo - 9 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 9 ways to get from Himeji Castle (Station) to Tokyo by train, bus, night train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Himeji to Tōkyō Stationtrain Hikari / ...
4h 34m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Himeji Station to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus 9352
10h 7m
¥7,500–20,000
Night train
1. Take the night train from Himeji to Tōkyō Stationnighttrain Sunrise Seto / ...
7h 51m
¥8,500–13,000
Drive 570.9 km
1. Drive from Himeji Castle (Station) to Tokyocar 570.9 km
6h 17m
¥9,905–14,307
Train to Kobe, fly
1. Take the train from Himeji to Sannomiyatrain
2. Fly from Kobe (UKB) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)plane UKB - HND
4h 16m
¥11,684–29,297
Train, bus to Tokushima Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Himeji to Maikotrain
2. Take the bus from Kousoku Maiko to Kousoku Narutobus
3. Fly from Tokushima Airport (TKS) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)plane TKS - HND
5h
¥20,519–45,392
Train to Osaka International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Himeji to Shin Osakatrain
2. Fly from Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)plane ITM - HND
4h 40m
¥14,387–22,403
Train to Tottori, fly
1. Take the train from Himeji to Tottoritrain
2. Fly from Tottori (TTJ) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)plane TTJ - HND
5h 51m
¥82,887–273,824
Train, train to Takamatsu Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Himeji to Okayamatrain
2. Take the train from Okayama to Takamatsu(Kagawa)train
3. Fly from Takamatsu Airport (TAK) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)plane TAK - HND
6h 36m
¥16,707–41,153

Himeji Castle (Station) to Tokyo by foot and bus

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Distance: 602.5 km
Duration: 4h 34m

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

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Himeji to Tōkyō Station hourly, and the journey takes 3h 35m. Alternatively, Willer Express operates a bus from Himeji Station to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal once daily. Tickets cost ¥7,500–20,000 and the journey takes 9h 55m.

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