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

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Himeji is to train via Kobe which costs ¥1100 - ¥1700 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Osaka to Himeji is to train which takes 29 min and costs ¥1200 - ¥1800.

Is there a direct train between Osaka and Himeji?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shin Osaka and arriving at Himeji. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Osaka to Himeji?

The distance between Osaka and Himeji is 84 km. The road distance is 94.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Osaka to Himeji without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs ¥1200 - ¥1800.

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

The train from Shin Osaka to Himeji takes 29 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Himeji train from?

Osaka to Himeji train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Shin Osaka station.

Where does the Osaka to Himeji train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Osaka to Himeji?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka to Himeji is 95 km. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Osaka to Himeji.

How do I get a train ticket from Osaka to Himeji?

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Where can I stay near Himeji?

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Osaka to Himeji - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Osaka to Himeji by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Himejitrain Nozomi / ...
29 min
¥1,200–1,800
Train via Kobe
cheapest
1. Take the train from Osaka-Umeda to Nishidaitrain Hanshin Main Line Limited Express Chokutsu Tokkyu / ...
2. Take the train from Nishidai(Hyogo) to Sanyohimejitrain [173183] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
2h 32m
¥1,155–1,652
Drive 94.7 km
1. Drive from Osaka to Himejicar 94.7 km
1h 18m
¥1,600–2,311

Osaka to Himeji by train

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29 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 83.9 km
Duration: 29 min

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

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shin Osaka to Himeji hourly, and the journey takes 29 min. JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) also services this route hourly.

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