What is the cheapest way to get from Himeji to Osaka Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Himeji to Osaka Castle is to train which costs ¥1400 - ¥2000 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Himeji to Osaka Castle?

The fastest way to get from Himeji to Osaka Castle is to train and subway which takes 1h 7m and costs ¥1700 - ¥2400.

Is there a direct train between Himeji and Osaka Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Himeji to Osaka Castle. However, there are services departing from Himeji and arriving at Temmabashi via Shin-Ōsaka Station and Yodoyabashi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Himeji to Osaka Castle?

The distance between Himeji and Osaka Castle is 92 km. The road distance is 96 km.

How do I travel from Himeji to Osaka Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Himeji to Osaka Castle without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 7m and costs ¥1700 - ¥2400.

How long does it take to get from Himeji to Osaka Castle?

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Himeji to Osaka Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Himeji to Osaka Castle train from?

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

Where does the Himeji to Osaka Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Himeji to Osaka Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Himeji to Osaka Castle is 96 km. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Himeji to Osaka Castle.

Where can I stay near Osaka Castle?

There are 9445+ hotels available in Osaka Castle.

Himeji to Osaka Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Himeji to Osaka Castle by train, subway, or car

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Himeji to Shin Osakatrain Sakura
2. Take the subway from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Yodoyabashisubway Midosuji
1h 7m
¥1,718–2,310
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Higashi-Himeji to Ōsakatrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
2h
¥1,420–1,984
Drive 96 km
1. Drive from Himeji to Osaka Castlecar 96 km
1h 24m
¥1,653–2,387
Train via Akashi
1. Take the train from Sanyohimeji to Sanyoshioyatrain [173339] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Shioya(Hyogo) to Osakajokitazumetrain [26937] JR Gakkentoshi Line Local / ...
3h 3m
¥1,590–2,265

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Distance: 92.1 km
Duration: 1h 7m

What companies run services between Himeji, Japan and Osaka Castle, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Higashi-Himeji to Ōsaka every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥1,300–1,800 and the journey takes 1h 28m.

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