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

The cheapest way to get from Himeji Castle to Kobe Sannomiya is to train via Motomachi which costs ¥850 - ¥1300 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Himeji Castle to Kobe Sannomiya is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs ¥950 - ¥1500.

Is there a direct bus between Himeji Castle and Kobe Sannomiya?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Himeji Station station and arriving at Shinki Bus Sannomiya. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Himeji Castle and Kobe Sannomiya?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Himeji and arriving at Sannomiya. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Himeji Castle to Kobe Sannomiya?

The distance between Himeji Castle and Kobe Sannomiya is 59 km. The road distance is 57 km.

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

The best way to get from Himeji Castle to Kobe Sannomiya without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs ¥850 - ¥1300.

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

The train from Himeji to Sannomiya takes 59 min including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Himeji Castle to Kobe Sannomiya bus from?

Himeji Castle to Kobe Sannomiya bus services, operated by Willer Express, depart from Himeji Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Himeji Castle to Kobe Sannomiya?

The best way to get from Himeji Castle to Kobe Sannomiya is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs ¥850 - ¥1300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1300 - ¥1900 and takes 1h 59m.

Where does the Himeji Castle to Kobe Sannomiya bus arrive?

Himeji Castle to Kobe Sannomiya bus services, operated by Willer Express, arrive at Shinki Bus Sannomiya station.

Where does the Himeji Castle to Kobe Sannomiya train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Himeji Castle to Kobe Sannomiya?

Yes, the driving distance between Himeji Castle to Kobe Sannomiya is 57 km. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Himeji Castle to Kobe Sannomiya.

Where can I stay near Kobe Sannomiya?

There are 331+ hotels available in Kobe Sannomiya.

Himeji Castle to Kobe Sannomiya - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 6 ways to get from Himeji Castle to Kobe Sannomiya by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Himeji to Sannomiyatrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid / ...
1h 17m
¥850–1,300
Bus
1. Take the bus from Himeji Station to Shinki Bus Sannomiyabus 9352
1h 59m
¥1,300–1,900
Drive 57 km
1. Drive from Himeji Castle to Kobe Sannomiyacar 57 km
1h 5m
¥988–1,427
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Himeji Castle to Kobe Sannomiyataxi 57 km
1h 5m
¥21,000–26,000
Train via Motomachi
1. Take the train from Himeji to Motomachitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
1h 28m
¥850–1,300
Train via Suma
1. Take the train from Sanyohimeji to Sanyosumatrain [173339] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
1h 56m
¥915–1,283

Himeji Castle to Kobe Sannomiya by foot and bus

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Distance: 59 km
Duration: 1h 17m

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Himeji to Sannomiya every 3 hours. Tickets cost ¥850–1,300 and the journey takes 59 min. Alternatively, Willer Express operates a bus from Himeji Station to Shinki Bus Sannomiya once daily. Tickets cost ¥1,300–1,900 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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