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

The cheapest way to get from Himeji to Kotohira is to night train and train which costs ¥2700 - ¥3800 and takes 3h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Himeji to Kotohira is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs ¥2600 - ¥3900.

Is there a direct train between Himeji and Kotohira?

No, there is no direct train from Himeji to Kotohira. However, there are services departing from Himeji and arriving at Kotohira via Okayama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Himeji to Kotohira?

The distance between Himeji and Kotohira is 140 km. The road distance is 153.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Himeji to Kotohira without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Himeji to Kotohira, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Himeji to Kotohira train from?

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

Where does the Himeji to Kotohira train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Himeji to Kotohira?

Yes, the driving distance between Himeji to Kotohira is 153 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Himeji to Kotohira.

Where can I stay near Kotohira?

There are 217+ hotels available in Kotohira.

Himeji to Kotohira - 3 ways to travel via train, night train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Himeji to Kotohira by train, night train, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Himeji to Okayamatrain Hikari / ...
2. Take the train from Okayama to Kotohiratrain [187012] Ltd. Exp Nanpu 5 / ...
2h 27m
Drive 153.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Himeji to Kotohiracar 153.3 km
2h 13m
¥2,660–3,842
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Himeji to Takamatsunighttrain Sunrise Seto
2. Take the train from Takamatsu-Chikko to Kotoden-Kotohiratrain Kotohira-Line
3h 28m
¥2,744–3,725

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Distance: 140.3 km
Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between Himeji, Japan and Kotohira, Kagawa-ken, Japan?

You can take a train from Himeji to Kotohira via Okayama in around 2h 27m.

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