What is the cheapest way to get from Himeji to Dōtonbori?

The cheapest way to get from Himeji to Dōtonbori is to train via Kobe which costs ¥1400 - ¥2100 and takes 2h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Himeji to Dōtonbori?

The fastest way to get from Himeji to Dōtonbori is to train and subway which takes 47 min and costs ¥1500 - ¥2100.

Is there a direct bus between Himeji and Dōtonbori?

No, there is no direct bus from Himeji station to Dōtonbori station. However, there are services departing from Himeji Station and arriving at Nanba Station, Osaka via Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Himeji and Dōtonbori?

No, there is no direct train from Himeji to Dōtonbori. However, there are services departing from Himeji and arriving at Namba via Shin-Ōsaka Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Himeji to Dōtonbori?

The distance between Himeji and Dōtonbori is 92 km. The road distance is 96 km.

How do I travel from Himeji to Dōtonbori without a car?

The best way to get from Himeji to Dōtonbori without a car is to train and subway which takes 47 min and costs ¥1500 - ¥2100.

How long does it take to get from Himeji to Dōtonbori?

It takes approximately 47 min to get from Himeji to Dōtonbori, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Himeji to Dōtonbori bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Himeji to Dōtonbori train from?

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

Train or bus from Himeji to Dōtonbori?

The best way to get from Himeji to Dōtonbori is to bus which takes 2h 5m and costs ¥2800 - ¥4300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥1500 - ¥2100 and takes 1h 41m.

Where does the Himeji to Dōtonbori bus arrive?

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

Where does the Himeji to Dōtonbori train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Himeji to Dōtonbori?

Yes, the driving distance between Himeji to Dōtonbori is 96 km. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Himeji to Dōtonbori.

Where can I stay near Dōtonbori?

There are 9543+ hotels available in Dōtonbori.

Himeji to Dōtonbori - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Himeji to Dōtonbori by train, subway, bus, or car

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Himeji to Shin Osakatrain Sakura
2. Take the subway from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Nambasubway Midosuji
47 min
¥1,498–2,030
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 Amagasakitrain Hanshin Main Line Limited Express Chokutsu Tokkyu / ...
2h 56m
¥1,439–2,054
Bus
1. Take the bus from Himeji Station to Osaka Itami Airport South Terminalbus H
2. Take the bus from Osaka Itami Airport to Nanba Station, Osakabus N
2h 5m
¥2,800–4,207
Drive 96 km
1. Drive from Himeji to Dōtonboricar 96 km
1h 24m
¥1,670–2,412
Train
1. Take the train from Higashi-Himeji to Ōsakatrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
1h 41m
¥1,500–2,044

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Distance: 92.2 km
Duration: 47 min

What companies run services between Himeji, Japan and Dōtonbori, Japan?

You can take a bus from Himeji Station to Nanba Station, Osaka via Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal and Osaka Itami Airport in around 2h 5m. Alternatively, JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Higashi-Himeji to Ōsaka every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥1,300–1,800 and the journey takes 1h 28m.

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