What is the cheapest way to get from Himeji Castle to Shin-Kōbe Station?

The cheapest way to get from Himeji Castle to Shin-Kōbe Station is to train via Itayado which costs ¥1000 - ¥1400 and takes 2h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Himeji Castle to Shin-Kōbe Station?

The fastest way to get from Himeji Castle to Shin-Kōbe Station is to drive which takes 59 min and costs ¥1000 - ¥1500.

Is there a direct train between Himeji Castle and Shin-Kōbe Station?

No, there is no direct train from Himeji Castle to Shin-Kōbe Station. However, there are services departing from Sanyohimeji and arriving at Shin Kobe via Himeji. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Himeji Castle to Shin-Kōbe Station?

The distance between Himeji Castle and Shin-Kōbe Station is 58 km. The road distance is 59.4 km.

How do I travel from Himeji Castle to Shin-Kōbe Station without a car?

The best way to get from Himeji Castle to Shin-Kōbe Station 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 Shin-Kōbe Station?

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Himeji Castle to Shin-Kōbe Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Himeji Castle to Shin-Kōbe Station train from?

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

Where does the Himeji Castle to Shin-Kōbe Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Himeji Castle to Shin-Kōbe Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Himeji Castle to Shin-Kōbe Station is 59 km. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Himeji Castle to Shin-Kōbe Station.

Where can I stay near Shin-Kōbe Station?

There are 330+ hotels available in Shin-Kōbe Station.

Himeji Castle to Shin-Kōbe Station - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Himeji Castle to Shin-Kōbe Station 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 Kenchomae(Hyogo)
1. Take the train from Himeji to Motomachitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
1h 33m
¥1,071–1,428
Drive 59.4 km
1. Drive from Himeji Castle to Shin-Kōbe Stationcar 59.4 km
59 min
¥1,029–1,486
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Himeji Castle to Shin-Kōbe Stationtaxi 59.4 km
59 min
¥22,000–27,000
Train via Itayado
1. Take the train from Sanyohimeji to Itayadotrain [173339] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
2h 9m
¥1,027–1,358

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Distance: 58.3 km
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Himeji Castle, Japan and Shin-Kōbe Station, 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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