What is the cheapest way to get from Kobe to Himeji?

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Himeji is to train which costs ¥800 - ¥1200 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kobe to Himeji?

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Himeji is to train which takes 27 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1200.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Himeji?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shin Kobe and arriving at Himeji. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Kobe to Himeji?

The distance between Kobe and Himeji is 55 km. The road distance is 55.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Himeji without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1200.

How long does it take to get from Kobe to Himeji?

The train from Shin Kobe to Himeji takes 27 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Himeji train from?

Kobe to Himeji train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Shin Kobe station.

Where does the Kobe to Himeji train arrive?

Kobe to Himeji train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Himeji station.

Can I drive from Kobe to Himeji?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Himeji is 56 km. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Kobe to Himeji.

How do I get a train ticket from Kobe to Himeji?

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Where can I stay near Himeji?

There are 99+ hotels available in Himeji.

Kobe to Himeji - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Kobe to Himeji by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shin Kobe to Himejitrain Hikari / ...
27 min
¥800–1,200
Drive 55.9 km
1. Drive from Kobe to Himejicar 55.9 km
1h
¥971–1,402
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kobe to Himejitaxi 55.9 km
1h
¥20,000–25,000
Train via Itayado
1. Take the train from Itayado to Sanyohimejitrain [173183] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
1h 43m
¥997–1,363

Kobe to Himeji by train

525Weekly Trains

27 minAverage Duration

¥800Cheapest Price

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Distance: 54.8 km
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Kobe, Japan and Himeji, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shin Kobe to Himeji hourly, and the journey takes 27 min. JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) also services this route every 30 minutes.

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