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

The cheapest way to get from Himeji to Ōtsu is to drive which costs ¥1900 - ¥2900 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Himeji to Ōtsu is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs ¥1900 - ¥2900.

Is there a direct train between Himeji and Ōtsu?

No, there is no direct train from Himeji to Ōtsu. However, there are services departing from Himeji and arriving at Zeze via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Himeji to Ōtsu?

The distance between Himeji and Ōtsu is 135 km. The road distance is 130.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Himeji to Ōtsu without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Himeji to Ōtsu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Himeji to Ōtsu train from?

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

Where does the Himeji to Ōtsu train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Himeji to Ōtsu?

Yes, the driving distance between Himeji to Ōtsu is 130 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Himeji to Ōtsu.

Where can I stay near Ōtsu?

There are 3750+ hotels available in Ōtsu.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Himeji to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
1h 20m
Drive 130.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Himeji to Ōtsucar 130.4 km
1h 40m
¥1,984–2,865
Train via Osaka
1. Take the train from Higashi-Himeji to Ōsakatrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
2. Take the train from Ōsaka to Kyōtotrain Thunderbird / ...
2h 30m
¥2,170–3,064

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Distance: 135.3 km
Duration: 1h 20m

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

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Himeji to Kyoto hourly, and the journey takes 1h 1m.

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