What is the cheapest way to get from Himeji to Higashiyama-ku?

The cheapest way to get from Himeji to Higashiyama-ku is to train via Osaka which costs ¥1700 - ¥2400 and takes 2h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Himeji to Higashiyama-ku?

The fastest way to get from Himeji to Higashiyama-ku is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs ¥2100 - ¥3100.

Is there a direct train between Himeji and Higashiyama-ku?

No, there is no direct train from Himeji to Higashiyama-ku. However, there are services departing from Himeji and arriving at Kyoto via Shin Osaka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

How far is it from Himeji to Higashiyama-ku?

The distance between Himeji and Higashiyama-ku is 126 km. The road distance is 122.7 km.

How do I travel from Himeji to Higashiyama-ku without a car?

The best way to get from Himeji to Higashiyama-ku without a car is to train which takes 1h 16m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Himeji to Higashiyama-ku?

It takes approximately 1h 16m to get from Himeji to Higashiyama-ku, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Himeji to Higashiyama-ku train from?

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

Where does the Himeji to Higashiyama-ku train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Himeji to Higashiyama-ku?

Yes, the driving distance between Himeji to Higashiyama-ku is 123 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Himeji to Higashiyama-ku.

Where can I stay near Higashiyama-ku?

There are 3747+ hotels available in Higashiyama-ku.

Himeji to Higashiyama-ku - 4 ways to travel via train, line 205 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Himeji to Higashiyama-ku by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Himeji to Shin Osakatrain Sakura
2. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Kyototrain Kodama / ...
1h 16m
Train via Osaka
cheapest
1. Take the train from Higashi-Himeji to Ōsakatrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
2. Take the train from Ōsaka to Kyouto Kawaramachitrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
2h 43m
¥1,730–2,354
Train, line 205 bus
1. Take the train from Himeji to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
2. Take the bus from Kyoto Station to Kawaramachi Matsubarabus 205
2h 9m
Drive 122.7 km
1. Drive from Himeji to Higashiyama-kucar 122.7 km
1h 36m
¥2,129–3,075

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Distance: 125.8 km
Duration: 1h 16m

What companies run services between Himeji, Japan and Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan?

You can take a train from Himeji to Shijo Kawaramachi via Shin Osaka, Kyoto, and Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi in around 1h 16m.

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