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

The cheapest way to get from Maizuru to Himeji is to drive which costs ¥1900 - ¥2900 and takes 1h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maizuru to Himeji is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs ¥1900 - ¥2900.

Is there a direct train between Maizuru and Himeji?

No, there is no direct train from Maizuru to Himeji. However, there are services departing from Nishimaizuru and arriving at Himeji via Kyoto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Maizuru to Himeji?

The distance between Maizuru and Himeji is 167 km. The road distance is 114.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Maizuru to Himeji without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 52m and costs ¥3300 - ¥3700.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Maizuru to Himeji, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maizuru to Himeji train from?

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

Where does the Maizuru to Himeji train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maizuru to Himeji?

Yes, the driving distance between Maizuru to Himeji is 115 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Maizuru to Himeji.

Where can I stay near Himeji?

There are 99+ hotels available in Himeji.

Maizuru to Himeji - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Maizuru to Himeji by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Nishimaizuru-eki to Sannomiya Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the train from Sannomiya to Higashi-Himejitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
2h 52m
¥3,300–3,650
Drive 114.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Maizuru to Himejicar 114.9 km
1h 57m
¥1,993–2,879
Train
1. Take the train from Nishimaizuru to Kyōtotrain [188384] Ltd. Exp Maizuru 4 / ...
2. Take the train from Kyoto to Himejitrain Hikari / ...
3h 9m
Bus, train via Himeji
1. Take the bus from Nishimaizuru-eki to Sannomiya Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the train from Shin Kobe to Himejitrain Hikari / ...
3h 3m
¥3,510–4,350

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Distance: 166.9 km
Duration: 2h 52m

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

You can take a train from Nishimaizuru to Himeji via Kyōto and Kyoto in around 3h 9m.

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