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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto (State) to Himeji Castle (Station) is to train via Nishinomiya which costs ¥2100 - ¥3200 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto (State) to Himeji Castle (Station) is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs ¥2100 - ¥3100.

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto (State) and Himeji Castle (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Kyoto (State) station to Himeji Castle (Station) station. However, there are services departing from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate and arriving at Himeji Station via Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto (State) to Himeji Castle (Station). However, there are services departing from Marutamachi and arriving at Sanyohimeji via Kyoto and Tegara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

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

The distance between Kyoto (State) and Himeji Castle (Station) is 130 km. The road distance is 124.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto (State) to Himeji Castle (Station) without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Kyoto (State) to Himeji Castle (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto (State) to Himeji Castle (Station) bus from?

Kyoto (State) to Himeji Castle (Station) bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate.

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

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

Train or bus from Kyoto (State) to Himeji Castle (Station)?

The best way to get from Kyoto (State) to Himeji Castle (Station) is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3600 - ¥7000 and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Kyoto (State) to Himeji Castle (Station) bus arrive?

Kyoto (State) to Himeji Castle (Station) bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal station.

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

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

Can I drive from Kyoto (State) to Himeji Castle (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto (State) to Himeji Castle (Station) is 124 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Kyoto (State) to Himeji Castle (Station).

Where can I stay near Himeji Castle (Station)?

There are 99+ hotels available in Himeji Castle (Station).

Kyoto (State) to Himeji Castle (Station) - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Kyoto (State) to Himeji Castle (Station) by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyoto to Himejitrain Hikari / ...
2h 14m
Train via Kobe
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Sumatrain JR Kyoto Line
2. Take the train from Sanyosuma to Sanyohimejitrain [173183] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
3h 35m
¥2,124–3,155
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate to Osaka Itami Airport South Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Osaka Itami Airport to Himeji Stationbus H
3h 52m
¥3,624–6,555
Drive 124.3 km
1. Drive from Kyoto to Himeji Castle (Station)car 124.3 km
1h 40m
¥2,142–3,094
Train via Nishinomiya
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Ashiyatrain JR Kyoto Line
2. Take the train from Ashiya to Himejitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
3h 9m
¥2,174–3,155

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Distance: 130.2 km
Duration: 2h 14m

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

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kyoto to Himeji hourly, and the journey takes 1h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Marutamachi to Himeji Castle (Station) via Kyoto, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, Osaka Itami Airport, and Himeji Station in around 3h 52m.

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