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

The cheapest way to get from Himeji to Kobe(Hyogo) is to train which costs ¥800 - ¥1200 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Himeji to Kobe(Hyogo) is to train and subway which takes 37 min and costs ¥1000 - ¥1400.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Higashi-Himeji and arriving at Kōbe. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

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

The distance between Himeji and Kobe(Hyogo) is 59 km. The road distance is 55.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Himeji to Kobe(Hyogo) without a car is to train and subway which takes 37 min and costs ¥1000 - ¥1400.

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

It takes approximately 37 min to get from Himeji to Kobe(Hyogo), including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Can I drive from Himeji to Kobe(Hyogo)?

Yes, the driving distance between Himeji to Kobe(Hyogo) is 55 km. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Himeji to Kobe(Hyogo).

Where can I stay near Kobe(Hyogo)?

There are 330+ hotels available in Kobe(Hyogo).

Himeji to Kobe(Hyogo) - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, car, and taxi

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

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Himeji to Shin Kobetrain Sakura
2. Take the subway from Shin-Kobe Station to Okurayama(Hyogo)subway [143083] Kobe City Subway Seishin-Yamate / ...
37 min
¥1,051–1,397
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Higashi-Himeji to Kōbetrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
54 min
¥800–1,200
Drive 55.1 km
1. Drive from Himeji to Kobe(Hyogo)car 55.1 km
59 min
¥956–1,381
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Himeji to Kobe(Hyogo)taxi 55.1 km
59 min
¥20,000–25,000

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Distance: 59.2 km
Duration: 37 min

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Higashi-Himeji to Kōbe every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥800–1,200 and the journey takes 54 min.

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