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

The cheapest way to get from Osaka Castle to Himeji is to train which costs ¥1300 - ¥2000 and takes 2h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Osaka Castle to Himeji is to subway and train which takes 1h 20m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2400.

Is there a direct train between Osaka Castle and Himeji?

No, there is no direct train from Osaka Castle to Himeji. However, there are services departing from Temmabashi and arriving at Himeji via Yodoyabashi and Shin Osaka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Osaka Castle to Himeji?

The distance between Osaka Castle and Himeji is 92 km. The road distance is 98.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Osaka Castle to Himeji without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 20m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2400.

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

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Osaka Castle to Himeji, including transfers.

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

Osaka Castle to Himeji train services, operated by Osaka Metro, depart from Yodoyabashi station.

Where does the Osaka Castle to Himeji train arrive?

Osaka Castle to Himeji train services, operated by Osaka Metro, arrive at Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Can I drive from Osaka Castle to Himeji?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka Castle to Himeji is 99 km. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Osaka Castle to Himeji.

Where can I stay near Himeji?

There are 99+ hotels available in Himeji.

Osaka Castle to Himeji - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Osaka Castle to Himeji by subway, train, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Yodoyabashi to Shin-Ōsaka Stationsubway Midosuji
2. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Himejitrain Nozomi / ...
1h 20m
¥1,656–2,350
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Amagasaki to Higashi-Himejitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
2h 12m
¥1,316–1,999
Drive 98.6 km
1. Drive from Osaka Castle to Himejicar 98.6 km
1h 27m
¥1,712–2,473
Train via Kobe
1. Take the train from Osakajokitazume to Sumatrain [26849] JR Gakkentoshi Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Sanyosuma to Sanyohimejitrain [173183] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
2h 56m
¥1,586–2,329

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Distance: 92.1 km
Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between Osaka Castle, Japan and Himeji, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Amagasaki to Higashi-Himeji every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥1,100–1,700 and the journey takes 1h 21m.

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