What is the cheapest way to get from Kobe Port Tower Hotel to Himeji Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Kobe Port Tower Hotel to Himeji Castle is to train which costs ¥850 - ¥1300 and takes 1h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kobe Port Tower Hotel to Himeji Castle?

The fastest way to get from Kobe Port Tower Hotel to Himeji Castle is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs ¥950 - ¥1400.

Is there a direct train between Kobe Port Tower Hotel and Himeji Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Motomachi and arriving at Himeji. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Kobe Port Tower Hotel to Himeji Castle?

The distance between Kobe Port Tower Hotel and Himeji Castle is 59 km. The road distance is 56.1 km.

How do I travel from Kobe Port Tower Hotel to Himeji Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Kobe Port Tower Hotel to Himeji Castle without a car is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs ¥850 - ¥1300.

How long does it take to get from Kobe Port Tower Hotel to Himeji Castle?

The train from Motomachi to Himeji takes 59 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Kobe Port Tower Hotel to Himeji Castle train from?

Kobe Port Tower Hotel to Himeji Castle train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Motomachi station.

Where does the Kobe Port Tower Hotel to Himeji Castle train arrive?

Kobe Port Tower Hotel to Himeji Castle train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Himeji station.

Can I drive from Kobe Port Tower Hotel to Himeji Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe Port Tower Hotel to Himeji Castle is 56 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Kobe Port Tower Hotel to Himeji Castle.

Where can I stay near Himeji Castle?

There are 99+ hotels available in Himeji Castle.

Kobe Port Tower Hotel to Himeji Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Kobe Port Tower Hotel to Himeji Castle by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Motomachi to Himejitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
1h 26m
¥850–1,300
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Minatomotomachi Station to Nunobiki Herb Gardenbus
2. Take the train from Shin Kobe to Himejitrain Hikari / ...
2h 5m
¥1,220–2,120
Drive 56.1 km
1. Drive from Kobe Port Tower Hotel to Himeji Castlecar 56.1 km
1h 2m
¥967–1,396
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kobe Port Tower Hotel to Himeji Castletaxi 56.1 km
1h 2m
¥20,000–25,000
Train via Itayado
1. Take the train from Itayado to Sanyohimejitrain [173183] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
2h 9m
¥997–1,363

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Distance: 58.8 km
Duration: 1h 26m

What companies run services between Kobe Port Tower Hotel, Japan and Himeji Castle, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Motomachi to Himeji every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥850–1,300 and the journey takes 59 min.

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