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

The cheapest way to get from Himeji Castle to Osaka is to train via Kobe which costs ¥1200 - ¥1900 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Himeji Castle to Osaka is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs ¥1500 - ¥2300.

Is there a direct bus between Himeji Castle and Osaka?

No, there is no direct bus from Himeji Castle station to Osaka. However, there are services departing from Himeji Station and arriving at Herbis Osaka via Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Himeji Castle and Osaka?

No, there is no direct train from Himeji Castle to Osaka station. However, there are services departing from Himeji and arriving at Shin-Ōsaka Station via Amagasaki. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Himeji Castle to Osaka?

The distance between Himeji Castle and Osaka is 93 km. The road distance is 91.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Himeji Castle to Osaka without a car is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs ¥1400 - ¥2000.

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

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Himeji Castle to Osaka, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Himeji Castle to Osaka?

The best way to get from Himeji Castle to Osaka is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs ¥1400 - ¥2000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2700 - ¥4200 and takes 2h 33m.

Where does the Himeji Castle to Osaka bus arrive?

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

Where does the Himeji Castle to Osaka train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Himeji Castle to Osaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Himeji Castle to Osaka is 92 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Himeji Castle to Osaka.

Where can I stay near Osaka?

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Himeji Castle to Osaka - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Himeji Castle to Osaka by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Himeji to Amagasakitrain A: Special Rapid Service
1h 35m
¥1,427–1,988
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 Nishidai to Osaka-Umedatrain Hanshin Main Line Limited Express Chokutsu Tokkyu / ...
3h
¥1,269–1,824
Bus
1. Take the bus from Himeji Station to Osaka Itami Airport South Terminalbus H
2. Take the bus from Osaka Itami Airport to Herbis Osakabus
2h 33m
¥2,700–4,107
Drive 91.8 km
1. Drive from Himeji Castle to Osakacar 91.8 km
1h 16m
¥1,595–2,304

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Distance: 93.3 km
Duration: 1h 35m

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Himeji to Amagasaki every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥1,200–1,700 and the journey takes 59 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Himeji Castle to Herbis Osaka via Himeji Station, Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, and Osaka Itami Airport in around 2h 33m.

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