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

The cheapest way to get from Osaka Castle to Himeji Castle (Station) is to train which costs ¥1400 - ¥2000 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Osaka Castle to Himeji Castle (Station) is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2500.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Osaka Castle to Himeji Castle (Station) station. However, there are services departing from Osaka Marubiru and arriving at Himeji Station via Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Osaka Castle to Himeji Castle (Station). However, there are services departing from Temmabashi and arriving at Sanyohimeji via Yodoyabashi, Shin Osaka and Tegara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

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

The distance between Osaka Castle and Himeji Castle (Station) is 95 km. The road distance is 97.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Osaka Castle to Himeji Castle (Station) without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 54m and costs ¥1800 - ¥2600.

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

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Osaka Castle to Himeji Castle (Station), including transfers.

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

Osaka Castle to Himeji Castle (Station) bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Osaka Marubiru station.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Osaka Castle to Himeji Castle (Station) is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs ¥1400 - ¥2000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2700 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 44m.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka Castle to Himeji Castle (Station) is 98 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Osaka Castle to Himeji Castle (Station).

Where can I stay near Himeji Castle (Station)?

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

Osaka Castle to Himeji Castle (Station) - 5 ways to travel via train

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There are 5 ways to get from Osaka Castle to Himeji Castle (Station) by subway, train, bus, 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 54m
¥1,816–2,590
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Amagasaki to Himejitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
2h 26m
¥1,416–1,999
Bus
1. Take the bus from Osaka Marubiru to Osaka Itami Airport South Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Osaka Itami Airport to Himeji Stationbus H
3h 44m
¥2,779–5,673
Drive 97.6 km
1. Drive from Osaka Castle to Himeji Castle (Station)car 97.6 km
1h 28m
¥1,691–2,442
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 / ...
3h 7m
¥1,586–2,329

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Distance: 95.3 km
Duration: 1h 54m

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Amagasaki to Himeji every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥1,200–1,700 and the journey takes 1h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Osaka Castle to Himeji Castle (Station) via Osakajokitazume, Kitashinchi, Osaka Marubiru, Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, Osaka Itami Airport, and Himeji Station in around 3h 44m.

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