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How to get fromHimeji Castle to Awaji Islandby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Himeji Castle to Awaji Island by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Himeji to Maikotrain train A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
    2. Take the bus from Kosoku Maiko to Sumoto Kosoku Bus Centerbus bus
    2h 23m
    ¥2,519–2,762

  2. Drive 102.4 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Himeji Castle to Minamiawajicar car 102.4 km
    1h 34m
    ¥1,777–2,566

  3. Train, bus via Sanyohimeji

    1. Take the train from Sanyohimeji to Maikokoentrain train [173339] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
    2. Take the bus from Kosoku Maiko to Sumoto Kosoku Bus Centerbus bus
    2h 50m
    ¥2,528–2,781

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  • Distance: 92.6 km
  • Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Himeji Castle, Japan and Awaji Island, Hyōgo, Japan?

There is no direct connection from Himeji Castle to Awaji Island. However, you can walk to Himeji, take the train to Maiko, walk to Kosoku Maiko, then take the bus to Sumoto Kosoku Bus Center. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Himeji Castle to Sumoto Kosoku Bus Center via Sanyohimeji, Maikokoen, and Kosoku Maiko in around 2h 50m.

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