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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Himeji Station is to train which costs ¥800 - ¥1200 and takes 51 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Himeji Station is to train which takes 51 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1200.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Himeji Station?

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 Station?

The distance between Kobe and Himeji Station is 57 km. The road distance is 56.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Himeji Station without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1200.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Kobe to Himeji Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kobe to Himeji Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Himeji Station is 56 km. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Kobe to Himeji Station.

Where can I stay near Himeji Station?

There are 91+ hotels available in Himeji Station.

Kobe to Himeji Station - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Kobe to Himeji Station by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shin Kobe to Himejitrain Hikari / ...
51 min
¥800–1,200
Drive 56.2 km
1. Drive from Kobe to Himeji Stationcar 56.2 km
1h 4m
¥961–1,388
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kobe to Himeji Stationtaxi 56.2 km
1h 4m
¥28,000–34,000
Train via Motomachi
1. Take the train from Motomachi to Himejitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
59 min
¥850–1,300
Train via Itayado
1. Take the train from Itayado to Sanyohimejitrain [173183] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
1h 43m
¥997–1,363

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Distance: 56.8 km
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between Kobe, Japan and Himeji Station, 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 3 hours.

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