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

The cheapest way to get from Hyōgo to Himeji Castle is to train which costs ¥850 - ¥1300 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hyōgo to Himeji Castle is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs ¥950 - ¥1400.

Is there a direct train between Hyōgo and Himeji Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Motomachi and arriving at Himeji. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Hyōgo to Himeji Castle?

The distance between Hyōgo and Himeji Castle is 58 km. The road distance is 55.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Hyōgo to Himeji Castle without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs ¥850 - ¥1300.

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

The train from Motomachi to Himeji takes 59 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

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

Where does the Hyōgo to Himeji Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hyōgo to Himeji Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Hyōgo to Himeji Castle is 56 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Hyōgo to Himeji Castle.

Where can I stay near Himeji Castle?

There are 99+ hotels available in Himeji Castle.

Hyōgo to Himeji Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and subway

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There are 5 ways to get from Hyōgo to Himeji Castle by train, car, taxi, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Motomachi to Himejitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
1h 17m
¥850–1,300
Drive 55.8 km
1. Drive from Kobe to Himeji Castlecar 55.8 km
1h 3m
¥970–1,400
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kobe to Himeji Castletaxi 55.8 km
1h 3m
¥20,000–25,000
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Kenchomae(Hyogo) to Shin-Kobe Stationsubway [143418] Kobe City Subway Seishin-Yamate / ...
2. Take the train from Shin Kobe to Himejitrain Hikari / ...
1h 36m
¥1,166–1,658
Train via Itayado
1. Take the train from Itayado to Sanyohimejitrain [173183] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
2h
¥997–1,363

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Distance: 58.1 km
Duration: 1h 17m

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Motomachi to Himeji every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥850–1,300 and the journey takes 59 min.

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