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

The cheapest way to get from Himeji to Hikone is to drive which costs ¥3100 - ¥4600 and takes 2h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Himeji to Hikone is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs ¥3100 - ¥4600.

Is there a direct train between Himeji and Hikone?

No, there is no direct train from Himeji to Hikone. However, there are services departing from Himeji and arriving at Minamihikone via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Himeji to Hikone?

The distance between Himeji and Hikone is 182 km. The road distance is 180.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Himeji to Hikone without a car is to train via Kyoto which takes 2h 21m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Himeji to Hikone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Himeji to Hikone train from?

Himeji to Hikone train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Himeji station.

Where does the Himeji to Hikone train arrive?

Himeji to Hikone train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyoto station.

Can I drive from Himeji to Hikone?

Yes, the driving distance between Himeji to Hikone is 180 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Himeji to Hikone.

Where can I stay near Hikone?

There are 208+ hotels available in Hikone.

Himeji to Hikone - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Himeji to Hikone by train or car

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Train via Kyoto
best
1. Take the train from Himeji to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Minamihikonetrain [21747] Jr Biwako
2h 21m
Drive 180.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Himeji to Hikonecar 180.5 km
2h 29m
¥3,131–4,522
Train
1. Take the train from Himeji to Shin Osakatrain Sakura
2. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Maibaratrain Kodama
2h 29m

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Distance: 182.3 km
Duration: 2h 21m

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

You can take a train from Himeji to Minamihikone via Kyoto and Kyōto in around 2h 21m.

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