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

The cheapest way to get from Kure to Himeji is to train which costs ¥3600 - ¥5500 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kure to Himeji is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs ¥3600 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct train between Kure and Himeji?

No, there is no direct train from Kure to Himeji. However, there are services departing from Kure and arriving at Himeji via Hiroshima. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Kure to Himeji?

The distance between Kure and Himeji is 247 km. The road distance is 237.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kure to Himeji without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs ¥3600 - ¥5500.

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Kure to Himeji, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kure to Himeji train from?

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

Where does the Kure to Himeji train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kure to Himeji?

Yes, the driving distance between Kure to Himeji is 237 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Kure to Himeji.

Where can I stay near Himeji?

There are 99+ hotels available in Himeji.

Kure to Himeji - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kure to Himeji by train or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Kure to Hiroshimatrain [32136] JR Kure / ...
2. Take the train from Hiroshima to Himejitrain Nozomi / ...
1h 59m
¥3,636–5,205
Drive 237.3 km
1. Drive from Kure to Himejicar 237.3 km
3h 15m
¥4,079–5,892
Train via Mihara
1. Take the train from Hiro to Miharatrain [32118] Jr Kure / ...
2. Take the train from Mihara to Himejitrain Kodama
4h 50m

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Distance: 246.8 km
Duration: 1h 59m

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

You can take a train from Kure to Himeji via Hiroshima in around 1h 59m.

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