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

The cheapest way to get from JR Namba to Himeji Castle (Station) is to train which costs ¥1400 - ¥2200 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from JR Namba to Himeji Castle (Station) is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2500.

Is there a direct bus between JR Namba and Himeji Castle (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from JR Namba station to Himeji Castle (Station) 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 3h 7m.

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

No, there is no direct train from JR Namba to Himeji Castle (Station). However, there are services departing from Namba and arriving at Sanyohimeji via Shin Osaka and Tegara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

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

The distance between JR Namba and Himeji Castle (Station) is 96 km. The road distance is 95.9 km.

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

The best way to get from JR Namba to Himeji Castle (Station) without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 40m and costs ¥1500 - ¥2400.

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

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from JR Namba to Himeji Castle (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the JR Namba to Himeji Castle (Station) bus from?

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

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

JR Namba to Himeji Castle (Station) train services, operated by Osaka Metro, depart from Namba station.

Train or bus from JR Namba to Himeji Castle (Station)?

The best way to get from JR Namba to Himeji Castle (Station) is to bus which takes 3h 7m and costs ¥2800 - ¥6000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥1400 - ¥2200 and takes 2h 34m.

Where does the JR Namba to Himeji Castle (Station) bus arrive?

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

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

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

Can I drive from JR Namba to Himeji Castle (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between JR Namba to Himeji Castle (Station) is 96 km. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from JR Namba to Himeji Castle (Station).

Where can I stay near Himeji Castle (Station)?

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

JR Namba to Himeji Castle (Station) - 5 ways to travel via train, and subway

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There are 5 ways to get from JR Namba to Himeji Castle (Station) 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 40m
¥1,590–2,309
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Amagasaki to Motomachitrain Hanshin Main Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Motomachi to Himejitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
2h 34m
¥1,466–2,175
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
3h 7m
¥2,835–5,629
Drive 95.9 km
1. Drive from JR Namba to Himeji Castle (Station)car 95.9 km
1h 21m
¥1,668–2,409
Train via Kobe
1. Take the train from Kitashinchi to Sumatrain [26849] JR Gakkentoshi Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Sanyosuma to Sanyohimejitrain [173183] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
3h 8m
¥1,705–2,540

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Distance: 95.9 km
Duration: 1h 40m

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

You can take a bus from JR Namba Station to Himeji Castle (Station) via Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, Osaka Itami Airport, and Himeji Station in around 3h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from JR Namba to Himeji Castle (Station) via Osaka-Namba, Amagasaki, Motomachi, and Himeji in around 2h 34m.

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