What is the cheapest way to get from Himeji Castle to Dōtonbori?

The cheapest way to get from Himeji Castle to Dōtonbori is to train which costs ¥1500 - ¥2200 and takes 2h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Himeji Castle to Dōtonbori?

The fastest way to get from Himeji Castle to Dōtonbori is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2400.

Is there a direct bus between Himeji Castle and Dōtonbori?

No, there is no direct bus from Himeji Castle station to Dōtonbori station. However, there are services departing from Himeji Station and arriving at Nanba Station, Osaka via Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Himeji Castle and Dōtonbori?

No, there is no direct train from Himeji Castle to Dōtonbori. However, there are services departing from Sanyohimeji and arriving at Namba via Himeji and Shin-Ōsaka Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Himeji Castle to Dōtonbori?

The distance between Himeji Castle and Dōtonbori is 96 km. The road distance is 94.6 km.

How do I travel from Himeji Castle to Dōtonbori without a car?

The best way to get from Himeji Castle to Dōtonbori without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 40m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2300.

How long does it take to get from Himeji Castle to Dōtonbori?

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Himeji Castle to Dōtonbori, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Himeji Castle to Dōtonbori bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Himeji Castle to Dōtonbori train from?

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

Train or bus from Himeji Castle to Dōtonbori?

The best way to get from Himeji Castle to Dōtonbori is to bus which takes 2h 23m and costs ¥2800 - ¥4300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥1500 - ¥2200 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Himeji Castle to Dōtonbori bus arrive?

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

Where does the Himeji Castle to Dōtonbori train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Himeji Castle to Dōtonbori?

Yes, the driving distance between Himeji Castle to Dōtonbori is 95 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Himeji Castle to Dōtonbori.

Where can I stay near Dōtonbori?

There are 9566+ hotels available in Dōtonbori.

Himeji Castle to Dōtonbori - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Himeji Castle to Dōtonbori 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 Nambasubway Midosuji
1h 40m
¥1,597–2,303
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Himeji to Motomachitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
2. Take the train from Motomachi to Nodatrain Hanshin Main Line Local
2h 41m
¥1,531–2,108
Bus
1. Take the bus from Himeji Station to Osaka Itami Airport South Terminalbus H
2. Take the bus from Osaka Itami Airport to Nanba Station, Osakabus N
2h 23m
¥2,800–4,207
Drive 94.6 km
1. Drive from Himeji Castle to Dōtonboricar 94.6 km
1h 23m
¥1,630–2,354
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 Osakatemmangutrain [26937] JR Gakkentoshi Line Local / ...
3h 11m
¥1,735–2,423

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Distance: 96 km
Duration: 1h 40m

What companies run services between Himeji Castle, Japan and Dōtonbori, Japan?

You can take a vehicle from Himeji Castle to Nanba Station, Osaka via Himeji Station, Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, and Osaka Itami Airport in around 2h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Himeji Castle to Nippombashi via Himeji, Motomachi, Noda, and Nodahanshin in around 2h 41m.

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