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

The cheapest way to get from Himeji Castle to Kobe is to train via Motomachi which costs ¥850 - ¥1300 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Himeji Castle to Kobe is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs ¥950 - ¥1400.

Is there a direct train between Himeji Castle and Kobe?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Himeji and arriving at Motomachi. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Himeji Castle to Kobe?

The distance between Himeji Castle and Kobe is 58 km. The road distance is 55.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Himeji Castle to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs ¥950 - ¥1500.

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

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Himeji Castle to Kobe, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Himeji Castle to Kobe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Himeji Castle to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Himeji Castle to Kobe is 56 km. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Himeji Castle to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 330+ hotels available in Kobe.

Himeji Castle to Kobe - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Himeji Castle to Kobe by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Himeji to Shin Kobetrain Sakura
1h 6m
¥967–1,433
Train via Motomachi
cheapest
1. Take the train from Himeji to Motomachitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
1h 16m
¥850–1,300
Drive 55.9 km
1. Drive from Himeji Castle to Kobecar 55.9 km
1h 4m
¥970–1,401
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Himeji Castle to Kobetaxi 55.9 km
1h 4m
¥20,000–25,000
Train via Itayado
1. Take the train from Sanyohimeji to Itayadotrain [173339] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
2h 5m
¥997–1,328

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Distance: 58.3 km
Duration: 1h 6m

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Himeji to Shin Kobe hourly. Tickets cost ¥800–1,200 and the journey takes 17 min. JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) also services this route hourly.

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