What is the cheapest way to get from Himeji to Kobe Sannomiya?

The cheapest way to get from Himeji to Kobe Sannomiya is to train which costs ¥800 - ¥1200 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Himeji to Kobe Sannomiya?

The fastest way to get from Himeji to Kobe Sannomiya is to train which takes 36 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1200.

Is there a direct bus between Himeji and Kobe Sannomiya?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Himeji Station station and arriving at Shinki Bus Sannomiya. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Himeji and Kobe Sannomiya?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Himeji and arriving at Shin Kobe. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Himeji to Kobe Sannomiya?

The distance between Himeji and Kobe Sannomiya is 56 km. The road distance is 57.1 km.

How do I travel from Himeji to Kobe Sannomiya without a car?

The best way to get from Himeji to Kobe Sannomiya without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1200.

How long does it take to get from Himeji to Kobe Sannomiya?

The train from Himeji to Shin Kobe takes 17 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Himeji to Kobe Sannomiya bus from?

Himeji to Kobe Sannomiya bus services, operated by Willer Express, depart from Himeji Station.

Where do I catch the Himeji to Kobe Sannomiya train from?

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

Train or bus from Himeji to Kobe Sannomiya?

The best way to get from Himeji to Kobe Sannomiya is to train which takes 36 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1300 - ¥1900 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Himeji to Kobe Sannomiya bus arrive?

Himeji to Kobe Sannomiya bus services, operated by Willer Express, arrive at Shinki Bus Sannomiya station.

Where does the Himeji to Kobe Sannomiya train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Himeji to Kobe Sannomiya?

Yes, the driving distance between Himeji to Kobe Sannomiya is 57 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Himeji to Kobe Sannomiya.

Where can I stay near Kobe Sannomiya?

There are 331+ hotels available in Kobe Sannomiya.

Himeji to Kobe Sannomiya - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Himeji to Kobe Sannomiya by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Himeji to Shin Kobetrain Sakura
36 min
¥800–1,200
Train via Higashi-Himeji
1. Take the train from Higashi-Himeji to Sannomiyatrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
57 min
¥850–1,200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Himeji Station to Shinki Bus Sannomiyabus 9352
1h 40m
¥1,300–1,900
Drive 57.1 km
1. Drive from Himeji to Kobe Sannomiyacar 57.1 km
1h 2m
¥993–1,434
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Himeji to Kobe Sannomiyataxi 57.1 km
1h 2m
¥21,000–26,000

Himeji to Kobe Sannomiya by train and foot

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36 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 56.2 km
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Himeji, Japan and Kobe Sannomiya, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Himeji to Shin Kobe hourly. Tickets cost ¥800–1,200 and the journey takes 17 min. JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Willer Express operates a bus from Himeji Station to Shinki Bus Sannomiya once daily. Tickets cost ¥1,300–1,900 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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