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

The cheapest way to get from Miyajima (Station) to Himeji Castle is to car ferry and train which costs ¥3800 - ¥6000 and takes 2h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Miyajima (Station) to Himeji Castle is to car ferry and train which takes 2h 49m and costs ¥3800 - ¥6000.

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

The distance between Miyajima (Station) and Himeji Castle is 248 km.

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

The best way to get from Miyajima (Station) to Himeji Castle without a car is to car ferry and train which takes 2h 49m and costs ¥3800 - ¥6000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Miyajima (Station) to Himeji Castle, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Himeji Castle?

There are 99+ hotels available in Himeji Castle.

Miyajima (Station) to Himeji Castle - 2 ways to travel via train, and car ferry

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There are 2 ways to get from Miyajima (Station) to Himeji Castle by car ferry, train, or car

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Car ferry, train
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1. Take the carferry from Miyajima to Miyajimaguchicarferry
2. Take the train from Miyajimaguchi to Hiroshimatrain
3. Take the train from Hiroshima to Himejitrain
2h 49m
¥3,890–5,560
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the carferry from Miyajima to Miyajimaguchicarferry
2. Drive from Miyajimaguchi to Himeji Castlecar
3h 45m
¥4,670–6,670

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Distance: 248.1 km
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Miyajima (Station), Hiroshima, Japan and Himeji Castle, Japan?

There is no direct connection from Miyajima (Station) to Himeji Castle. However, you can walk to Miyajima, take the car ferry to Miyajimaguchi, walk to Miyajimaguchi, take the train to Hiroshima, take the train to Himeji, walk to Tegara, take the train to Sanyohimeji, then walk to Himeji Castle. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Miyajima (Station) to Himeji Castle via Miyajima and Miyajimaguchi in around 3h 45m.

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