What is the cheapest way to get from Kyoto (State) to Himeji?

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto (State) to Himeji is to train via Nishinomiya which costs ¥2100 - ¥3200 and takes 2h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kyoto (State) to Himeji?

The fastest way to get from Kyoto (State) to Himeji is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs ¥2100 - ¥3200.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto (State) and Himeji?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto (State) to Himeji. However, there are services departing from Marutamachi and arriving at Himeji via Kyoto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Kyoto (State) to Himeji?

The distance between Kyoto (State) and Himeji is 127 km. The road distance is 125.3 km.

How do I travel from Kyoto (State) to Himeji without a car?

The best way to get from Kyoto (State) to Himeji without a car is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Kyoto (State) to Himeji?

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Kyoto (State) to Himeji, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto (State) to Himeji train from?

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

Where does the Kyoto (State) to Himeji train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kyoto (State) to Himeji?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto (State) to Himeji is 125 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Kyoto (State) to Himeji.

Where can I stay near Himeji?

There are 99+ hotels available in Himeji.

Kyoto (State) to Himeji - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kyoto (State) to Himeji by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyoto to Himejitrain Hikari / ...
1h 40m
Train via Nishinomiya
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Ashiyatrain A: Special Rapid Service
2. Take the train from Ashiya to Higashi-Himejitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
2h 26m
¥2,174–3,155
Drive 125.3 km
1. Drive from Kyoto to Himejicar 125.3 km
1h 40m
¥2,177–3,144

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Distance: 127 km
Duration: 1h 40m

What companies run services between Kyoto (State), Japan and Himeji, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kyoto to Himeji hourly, and the journey takes 1h 1m.

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