What is the cheapest way to get from Kōbe-eki to Himeji Castle (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Kōbe-eki to Himeji Castle (Station) is to train via Suma which costs ¥850 - ¥1400 and takes 1h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kōbe-eki to Himeji Castle (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Kōbe-eki to Himeji Castle (Station) is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs ¥950 - ¥1400.

Is there a direct train between Kōbe-eki and Himeji Castle (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Kōbe-eki to Himeji Castle (Station). However, there are services departing from Kōbe and arriving at Sanyohimeji via Sanyosuma. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Kōbe-eki to Himeji Castle (Station)?

The distance between Kōbe-eki and Himeji Castle (Station) is 59 km. The road distance is 54.7 km.

How do I travel from Kōbe-eki to Himeji Castle (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Kōbe-eki to Himeji Castle (Station) without a car is to train via Suma which takes 1h 8m and costs ¥850 - ¥1400.

How long does it take to get from Kōbe-eki to Himeji Castle (Station)?

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from Kōbe-eki to Himeji Castle (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kōbe-eki to Himeji Castle (Station) train from?

Kōbe-eki to Himeji Castle (Station) train services, operated by Sanyo Electric Railway, depart from Sanyosuma station.

Where does the Kōbe-eki to Himeji Castle (Station) train arrive?

Kōbe-eki to Himeji Castle (Station) train services, operated by Sanyo Electric Railway, arrive at Sanyohimeji station.

Can I drive from Kōbe-eki to Himeji Castle (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Kōbe-eki to Himeji Castle (Station) is 55 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Kōbe-eki to Himeji Castle (Station).

Where can I stay near Himeji Castle (Station)?

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

Kōbe-eki to Himeji Castle (Station) - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Kōbe-eki to Himeji Castle (Station) by train, car, or taxi

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Train via Suma
best
1. Take the train from Sanyosuma to Sanyohimejitrain [107283] Hanshin/Sanyo Through Ltd. Exp. / ...
1h 8m
¥858–1,319
Drive 54.7 km
1. Drive from Kōbe-eki to Himeji Castle (Station)car 54.7 km
1h 2m
¥948–1,370
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kōbe-eki to Himeji Castle (Station)taxi 54.7 km
1h 2m
¥20,000–25,000
Train
1. Take the train from Nishidai(Hyogo) to Sanyohimejitrain [173183] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
2h
¥909–1,368

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Distance: 59.3 km
Duration: 1h 8m

What companies run services between Kōbe-eki, Hyōgo, Japan and Himeji Castle (Station), Japan?

Sanyo Electric Railway operates a train from Sanyosuma to Sanyohimeji every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥700–1,100 and the journey takes 45 min. JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) also services this route every 30 minutes.

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