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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Himeji Station is to train via Osaka which costs ¥1800 - ¥2700 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Himeji Station is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs ¥1900 - ¥2700.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Himeji Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kyōto and arriving at Himeji. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Kyoto to Himeji Station?

The distance between Kyoto and Himeji Station is 130 km. The road distance is 125.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Himeji Station without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs ¥1900 - ¥2700.

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

The train from Kyōto to Himeji takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs three times a day.

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

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

Where does the Kyoto to Himeji Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kyoto to Himeji Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Himeji Station is 125 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Kyoto to Himeji Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Kyoto to Himeji Station?

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Where can I stay near Himeji Station?

There are 99+ hotels available in Himeji Station.

Kyoto to Himeji Station - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kyoto to Himeji Station by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Himejitrain Super Hakuto / ...
1h 30m
¥1,900–2,700
Train via Osaka
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Shin-Ōsaka Stationtrain Thunderbird / ...
2. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Himejitrain Nozomi / ...
1h 35m
¥1,819–2,659
Drive 125.4 km
1. Drive from Kyoto to Himeji Stationcar 125.4 km
1h 41m
¥2,178–3,146
Train via Himeji
1. Take the train from Kyoto to Himejitrain Hikari / ...
2h 10m

Kyoto to Himeji Station by train

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1h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 130.1 km
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Kyoto, Japan and Himeji Station, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kyōto to Himeji 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥1,900–2,700 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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