What is the cheapest way to get from Himeji Station to Kobe (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Himeji Station to Kobe (Station) is to drive which costs ¥1100 - ¥1700 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Himeji Station to Kobe (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Himeji Station to Kobe (Station) is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs ¥1100 - ¥1700.

Is there a direct train between Himeji Station and Kobe (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Himeji Station to Kobe (Station). However, there are services departing from Himeji and arriving at Island Kitaguchi via Sumiyoshi(Hyogo/Jr). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Himeji Station to Kobe (Station)?

The distance between Himeji Station and Kobe (Station) is 70 km. The road distance is 66 km.

How do I travel from Himeji Station to Kobe (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Himeji Station to Kobe (Station) without a car is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1700.

How long does it take to get from Himeji Station to Kobe (Station)?

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Himeji Station to Kobe (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Himeji Station to Kobe (Station) train from?

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

Where does the Himeji Station to Kobe (Station) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Himeji Station to Kobe (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Himeji Station to Kobe (Station) is 66 km. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Himeji Station to Kobe (Station).

Where can I stay near Kobe (Station)?

There are 9639+ hotels available in Kobe (Station).

Himeji Station to Kobe (Station) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Himeji Station to Kobe (Station) by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Himeji to Sumiyoshitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
1h 34m
¥1,196–1,618
Drive 66 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Himeji Station to Kobe (Station)car 66 km
1h 19m
¥1,147–1,656
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Himeji to Shin Kobetrain
2. Take the bus from Nunobiki Herb Garden to Sannomiya Stationbus
3. Take the train from Kobe-Sannomiya(Hanshin) to Uozakitrain
2h 1m
¥1,511–2,397
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Himeji Station to Kobe (Station)taxi 66 km
1h 19m
¥24,000–29,000

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Distance: 69.6 km
Duration: 1h 34m

What companies run services between Himeji Station, Japan and Kobe (Station), Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Himeji to Sumiyoshi every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥950–1,400 and the journey takes 1h 6m.

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