What is the cheapest way to get from Iwakuni to Himeji Castle (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Iwakuni to Himeji Castle (Station) is to train which costs ¥4000 - ¥6000 and takes 2h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iwakuni to Himeji Castle (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Iwakuni to Himeji Castle (Station) is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs ¥4000 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct train between Iwakuni and Himeji Castle (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Iwakuni to Himeji Castle (Station). However, there are services departing from Iwakuni and arriving at Sanyohimeji via Hiroshima and Tegara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Iwakuni to Himeji Castle (Station)?

The distance between Iwakuni and Himeji Castle (Station) is 265 km. The road distance is 280.1 km.

How do I travel from Iwakuni to Himeji Castle (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Iwakuni to Himeji Castle (Station) without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs ¥4000 - ¥6000.

How long does it take to get from Iwakuni to Himeji Castle (Station)?

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Iwakuni to Himeji Castle (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iwakuni to Himeji Castle (Station) train from?

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

Where does the Iwakuni to Himeji Castle (Station) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Iwakuni to Himeji Castle (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Iwakuni to Himeji Castle (Station) is 280 km. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Iwakuni to Himeji Castle (Station).

Where can I stay near Himeji Castle (Station)?

There are 99+ hotels available in Himeji Castle (Station).

Iwakuni to Himeji Castle (Station) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromIwakuni to Himeji Castle (Station)

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There are 4 ways to get from Iwakuni to Himeji Castle (Station) by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Iwakuni to Hiroshimatrain San-yō Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Hiroshima to Himejitrain Nozomi / ...
2h 39m
¥4,010–5,742
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Iwakuni Shiyakusho to Hiroshima BCbus
2. Take the train from Hiroshima to Himejitrain Nozomi / ...
3h 57m
¥4,220–5,650
Drive 280.1 km
1. Drive from Iwakuni to Himeji Castle (Station)car 280.1 km
3h 40m
¥4,852–7,009
Train via Okayama
1. Take the train from Iwakuni to Itozakitrain
2. Take the train from Itozaki to Okayamatrain
3. Take the train from Okayama to Himejitrain
6h 52m
¥4,324–6,192

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Map of how to get from Iwakuni to Himeji Castle (Station).

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Distance: 264.7 km
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Iwakuni, Japan and Himeji Castle (Station), Japan?

You can take a train from Iwakuni to Himeji Castle (Station) via Hiroshima, Himeji, Tegara, and Sanyohimeji in around 2h 39m.

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