What is the cheapest way to get from Himeji Castle to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove?

The cheapest way to get from Himeji Castle to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is to train via Kobe which costs ¥1900 - ¥2600 and takes 4h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Himeji Castle to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove?

The fastest way to get from Himeji Castle to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs ¥2100 - ¥3100.

Is there a direct bus between Himeji Castle and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove?

No, there is no direct bus from Himeji Castle station to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove station. However, there are services departing from Himeji Station and arriving at Kyoto Station Hachijou gate via Osaka Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Himeji Castle and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove?

No, there is no direct train from Himeji Castle to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. However, there are services departing from Sanyohimeji and arriving at Saga-Arashiyama via Himeji and Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Himeji Castle to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove?

The distance between Himeji Castle and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is 139 km. The road distance is 121.9 km.

How do I travel from Himeji Castle to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove without a car?

The best way to get from Himeji Castle to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Himeji Castle to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove?

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Himeji Castle to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Himeji Castle to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove bus from?

Himeji Castle to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Himeji Station.

Where do I catch the Himeji Castle to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove train from?

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

Train or bus from Himeji Castle to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove?

The best way to get from Himeji Castle to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3500 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 29m.

Where does the Himeji Castle to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove bus arrive?

Himeji Castle to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal station.

Where does the Himeji Castle to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove train arrive?

Himeji Castle to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyoto station.

Can I drive from Himeji Castle to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove?

Yes, the driving distance between Himeji Castle to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is 122 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Himeji Castle to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove.

Where can I stay near Arashiyama Bamboo Grove?

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Himeji Castle to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Himeji Castle to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Himeji to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Saga-Arashiyamatrain Sagano Line Local / ...
2h 42m
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 Ōsaka to Hankyuusaiin Ekitrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
4h 50m
¥1,902–2,597
Bus
1. Take the bus from Himeji Station to Osaka Itami Airport North Terminalbus H
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
3h 29m
¥3,500–5,157
Drive 121.9 km
1. Drive from Himeji Castle to Arashiyama Bamboo Grovecar 121.9 km
1h 39m
¥2,110–3,048
Train via Osaka
1. Take the train from Himeji to Amagasakitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
2. Take the train from Ōsaka to Hankyuusaiin Ekitrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
3h 40m
¥2,002–2,684

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Distance: 139 km
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Himeji Castle, Japan and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Japan?

You can take a vehicle from Himeji Castle to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove via Sanyohimeji, Tegara, Himeji, Kyoto, Kyōto, and Saga-Arashiyama in around 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Himeji Castle to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove via Himeji Station, Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal, Osaka Airport, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, Kyōto, and Saga-Arashiyama in around 3h 29m.

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