What is the cheapest way to get from JR Namba to Himeji?

The cheapest way to get from JR Namba to Himeji is to train which costs ¥1500 - ¥2100 and takes 1h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from JR Namba to Himeji?

The fastest way to get from JR Namba to Himeji is to subway and train which takes 1h 6m and costs ¥1400 - ¥2100.

Is there a direct bus between JR Namba and Himeji?

No, there is no direct bus from JR Namba station to Himeji station. However, there are services departing from JR Namba Station and arriving at Himeji Station via Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

Is there a direct train between JR Namba and Himeji?

No, there is no direct train from JR Namba to Himeji. However, there are services departing from Namba and arriving at Himeji via Shin Osaka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from JR Namba to Himeji?

The distance between JR Namba and Himeji is 93 km. The road distance is 96.9 km.

How do I travel from JR Namba to Himeji without a car?

The best way to get from JR Namba to Himeji without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 6m and costs ¥1400 - ¥2100.

How long does it take to get from JR Namba to Himeji?

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from JR Namba to Himeji, including transfers.

Where do I catch the JR Namba to Himeji bus from?

JR Namba to Himeji bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from JR Namba Station.

Where do I catch the JR Namba to Himeji train from?

JR Namba to Himeji train services, operated by Osaka Metro, depart from Namba station.

Train or bus from JR Namba to Himeji?

The best way to get from JR Namba to Himeji is to bus which takes 2h 57m and costs ¥2800 - ¥6000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥1500 - ¥2100 and takes 1h 55m.

Where does the JR Namba to Himeji bus arrive?

JR Namba to Himeji bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal station.

Where does the JR Namba to Himeji train arrive?

JR Namba to Himeji train services, operated by Osaka Metro, arrive at Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Can I drive from JR Namba to Himeji?

Yes, the driving distance between JR Namba to Himeji is 97 km. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from JR Namba to Himeji.

Where can I stay near Himeji?

There are 99+ hotels available in Himeji.

JR Namba to Himeji - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from JR Namba to Himeji by subway, train, bus, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Namba to Shin-Ōsaka Stationsubway Midosuji
2. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Himejitrain Nozomi / ...
1h 6m
¥1,430–2,069
Train via Kobe
cheapest
1. Take the train from Amagasaki to Nishidaitrain Hanshin Main Line Limited Express Chokutsu Tokkyu / ...
2. Take the train from Nishidai(Hyogo) to Sanyohimejitrain [173183] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
3h 2m
¥1,426–2,075
Bus
1. Take the bus from JR Namba Station to Osaka Itami Airport South Terminalbus N / ...
2. Take the bus from Osaka Itami Airport to Himeji Stationbus H
2h 57m
¥2,835–5,629
Drive 96.9 km
1. Drive from JR Namba to Himejicar 96.9 km
1h 21m
¥1,681–2,428
Train
1. Take the train from Ōsaka to Higashi-Himejitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
1h 55m
¥1,508–2,044

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Distance: 92.7 km
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between JR Namba, Japan and Himeji, Japan?

You can take a bus from JR Namba Station to Himeji Station via Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal and Osaka Itami Airport in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Ōsaka to Higashi-Himeji every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥1,300–1,800 and the journey takes 1h 28m.

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