What is the cheapest way to get from Kumamoto to Himeji Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Kumamoto to Himeji Castle is to train which costs ¥8000 - ¥12000 and takes 3h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kumamoto to Himeji Castle?

The fastest way to get from Kumamoto to Himeji Castle is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs ¥8000 - ¥12000.

Is there a direct train between Kumamoto and Himeji Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Kumamoto to Himeji Castle. However, there are services departing from Kumamoto and arriving at Sanyohimeji via Tegara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Kumamoto to Himeji Castle?

The distance between Kumamoto and Himeji Castle is 569 km. The road distance is 592.8 km.

How do I travel from Kumamoto to Himeji Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Kumamoto to Himeji Castle without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs ¥8000 - ¥12000.

How long does it take to get from Kumamoto to Himeji Castle?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Kumamoto to Himeji Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kumamoto to Himeji Castle train from?

Kumamoto to Himeji Castle train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Kumamoto station.

Where does the Kumamoto to Himeji Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kumamoto to Himeji Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Kumamoto to Himeji Castle is 593 km. It takes approximately 7h 42m to drive from Kumamoto to Himeji Castle.

Where can I stay near Himeji Castle?

There are 99+ hotels available in Himeji Castle.

Kumamoto to Himeji Castle - 7 ways to travel via train, night bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Kumamoto to Himeji Castle by train, night bus, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kumamoto to Himejitrain Sakura
3h 36m
¥8,415–11,692
Night bus, train
1. Take the night bus from Kumamoto Sakuramachi BT to Sannomiya Stationnightbus Sunrise
2. Take the train from Sanyosuma to Sanyohimejitrain [173183] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
12h 32m
¥8,890–13,070
Drive 592.8 km
1. Drive from Kumamoto to Himeji Castlecar 592.8 km
7h 42m
¥10,283–14,854
Train to Aso Kumamoto Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kumamoto to Higoozutrain
2. Fly from Aso Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane KMJ - ITM
3. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Himejitrain
5h 22m
Train to Fukuoka Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kumamoto to Hakata Fukuokatrain
2. Fly from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane FUK - ITM
3. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Himejitrain
5h 11m
¥14,508–23,891
Train to Fukuoka Airport, fly to Tokushima Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Kumamoto to Hakata Fukuokatrain
2. Fly from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to Tokushima Airport (TKS)plane FUK - TKS
3. Take the bus from Kousoku Naruto to Kousoku Maikobus
5h 30m
¥25,398–45,801
Train to Kagoshima Airport, fly to Kobe, train
1. Take the train from Kumamoto to Kagoshima Chuotrain
2. Fly from Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) to Kobe (UKB)plane KOJ - UKB
3. Take the train from Sannomiya to Himejitrain
6h 20m
¥14,067–106,120

Aso Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) flights

70Weekly Planes

1h 13mAverage Duration

¥12,982Cheapest Price

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Distance: 568.7 km
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Kumamoto, Japan and Himeji Castle, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kumamoto to Himeji every 3 hours. Tickets cost ¥8,000–12,000 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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