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

The cheapest way to get from Izumo to Himeji is to drive which costs ¥4000 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Izumo to Himeji is to fly and train which takes 3h 34m and costs ¥19000 - ¥34000.

Is there a direct train between Izumo and Himeji?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Izumoshi and arriving at Himeji. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Izumo to Himeji?

The distance between Izumo and Himeji is 295 km. The road distance is 236.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Izumo to Himeji without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs ¥4300 - ¥6500.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Izumo to Himeji, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Izumo to Himeji train from?

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

Where does the Izumo to Himeji train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Izumo to Himeji?

Yes, the driving distance between Izumo to Himeji is 237 km. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Izumo to Himeji.

Where can I stay near Himeji?

There are 100+ hotels available in Himeji.

Izumo to Himeji - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Izumo to Himeji by train, bus, night train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Izumoshi to Okayamatrain [186836] Ltd. Exp Yakumo 14 / ...
2. Take the train from Okayama to Himejitrain Sakura
3h 45m
¥4,329–6,080
Drive 236.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Izumo to Himejicar 236.7 km
3h 39m
¥4,075–5,885
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Izumoshieki-mae to Okayama Sta. Nishiguchibus 出雲線
2. Take the train from Okayama to Himejitrain Sakura
4h 44m
¥4,197–5,848
Night train
1. Take the nighttrain from Izumoshi to Himejinighttrain Sunrise Izumo
3h 59m
¥4,300–6,000
Fly, train
1. Fly from Izumo Airport (IZO) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane IZO - ITM
2. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Himejitrain
3h 34m
¥19,027–33,434

Izumo to Himeji by bus and train

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4h 44mAverage Duration

¥4,197Cheapest Price

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Distance: 295.1 km
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a train from Izumoshi to Himeji via Okayama in around 3h 45m.

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