What is the cheapest way to get from Kobe (Station) to Himeji?

The cheapest way to get from Kobe (Station) to Himeji is to train which costs ¥1100 - ¥1700 and takes 1h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kobe (Station) to Himeji?

The fastest way to get from Kobe (Station) to Himeji is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs ¥1100 - ¥1700.

Is there a direct train between Kobe (Station) and Himeji?

No, there is no direct train from Kobe (Station) to Himeji. However, there are services departing from Island Kitaguchi and arriving at Higashi-Himeji via Sumiyoshi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Kobe (Station) to Himeji?

The distance between Kobe (Station) and Himeji is 68 km. The road distance is 66.2 km.

How do I travel from Kobe (Station) to Himeji without a car?

The best way to get from Kobe (Station) to Himeji without a car is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs ¥1100 - ¥1700.

How long does it take to get from Kobe (Station) to Himeji?

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Kobe (Station) to Himeji, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kobe (Station) to Himeji train from?

Kobe (Station) to Himeji train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Sumiyoshi station.

Where does the Kobe (Station) to Himeji train arrive?

Kobe (Station) to Himeji train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Higashi-Himeji station.

Can I drive from Kobe (Station) to Himeji?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe (Station) to Himeji is 66 km. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Kobe (Station) to Himeji.

Where can I stay near Himeji?

There are 88+ hotels available in Himeji.

Kobe (Station) to Himeji - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Kobe (Station) to Himeji by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sumiyoshi to Higashi-Himejitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
1h 44m
¥1,160–1,650
Drive 66.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kobe (Station) to Himejicar 66.2 km
1h 15m
¥1,140–1,647
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Island Kitaguchi to Uozakitrain
2. Take the train from Uozaki to Kobe-Sannomiya(Hanshin)train
3. Take the bus from Sannomiya Center Gai Shopping Street to Nunobiki Herb Gardenbus
4. Take the train from Shin Kobe to Himejitrain
2h 12m
¥1,470–2,430
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kobe (Station) to Himejitaxi 66.2 km
1h 15m
¥32,000–39,000

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Distance: 67.7 km
Duration: 1h 44m

What companies run services between Kobe (Station), Japan and Himeji, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Sumiyoshi to Higashi-Himeji every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥950–1,400 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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