What is the cheapest way to get from Nijō Castle to Himeji Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Nijō Castle to Himeji Castle is to train via Kobe which costs ¥1600 - ¥2400 and takes 4h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nijō Castle to Himeji Castle?

The fastest way to get from Nijō Castle to Himeji Castle is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs ¥2100 - ¥3100.

Is there a direct bus between Nijō Castle and Himeji Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Nijō Castle station to Himeji Castle 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 4h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Nijō Castle and Himeji Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Nijō Castle to Himeji Castle. However, there are services departing from Nijō and arriving at Sanyohimeji via Kyoto and Tegara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Nijō Castle to Himeji Castle?

The distance between Nijō Castle and Himeji Castle is 133 km. The road distance is 122.9 km.

How do I travel from Nijō Castle to Himeji Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Nijō Castle to Himeji Castle without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Nijō Castle to Himeji Castle?

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Nijō Castle to Himeji Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nijō Castle to Himeji Castle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Nijō Castle to Himeji Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Nijō Castle to Himeji Castle?

The best way to get from Nijō Castle to Himeji Castle is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3500 - ¥6500 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Nijō Castle to Himeji Castle bus arrive?

Nijō Castle to Himeji Castle bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal station.

Where does the Nijō Castle to Himeji Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nijō Castle to Himeji Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Nijō Castle to Himeji Castle is 123 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Nijō Castle to Himeji Castle.

Where can I stay near Himeji Castle?

There are 99+ hotels available in Himeji Castle.

Nijō Castle to Himeji Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Nijō Castle to Himeji Castle by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyoto to Himejitrain Hikari / ...
2h 40m
Train via Kobe #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Oomiya to Ōsakatrain
2. Take the train from Osaka-Umeda to Nishidaitrain
3. Take the train from Nishidai(Hyogo) to Sanyohimejitrain
4h 29m
¥1,671–2,369
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
4h 18m
¥3,515–6,460
Drive 122.9 km
1. Drive from Nijō Castle to Himeji Castlecar 122.9 km
1h 38m
¥2,117–3,058
Train via Kobe
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 / ...
4h 1m
¥2,015–3,060

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Distance: 133.4 km
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Nijō Castle, Japan and Himeji Castle, 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 vehicle from Nijō Castle to Himeji Castle via Nijō, Kyōto, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, Osaka Itami Airport, and Himeji Station in around 4h 18m.

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