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

The cheapest way to get from Nijō (Station) to Himeji Castle (Station) is to train via Kobe which costs ¥1600 - ¥2400 and takes 4h 13m.

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

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from Nijō (Station) 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 50m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Nijō (Station) to Himeji Castle (Station). However, there are services departing from Nijō and arriving at Sanyohimeji via Kyoto and Tegara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

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

The distance between Nijō (Station) and Himeji Castle (Station) is 131 km. The road distance is 123.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Nijō (Station) to Himeji Castle (Station) without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Nijō (Station) to Himeji Castle (Station), including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Nijō (Station) to Himeji Castle (Station)?

The best way to get from Nijō (Station) to Himeji Castle (Station) is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3500 - ¥6500 and takes 3h 50m.

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

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

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

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

Can I drive from Nijō (Station) to Himeji Castle (Station)?

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

Where can I stay near Himeji Castle (Station)?

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

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Nijō (Station) 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 12m
Train via Kobe
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 13m
¥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
3h 50m
¥3,515–6,460
Drive 123.2 km
1. Drive from Nijō (Station) to Himeji Castle (Station)car 123.2 km
1h 38m
¥2,139–3,089
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 7m
¥2,065–3,060

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Distance: 131.1 km
Duration: 2h 12m

What companies run services between Nijō (Station), 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 train from Nijō to Himeji Castle (Station) via Kyōto, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, Osaka Itami Airport, and Himeji Station in around 3h 50m.

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