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

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Himeji Castle is to train via Kobe which costs ¥1200 - ¥1900 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Osaka to Himeji Castle is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2400.

Is there a direct bus between Osaka and Himeji Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Osaka to Himeji Castle 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 19m.

Is there a direct train between Osaka and Himeji Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Osaka station to Himeji Castle. However, there are services departing from Shin-Ōsaka Station and arriving at Himeji via Amagasaki. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Osaka to Himeji Castle?

The distance between Osaka and Himeji Castle is 93 km. The road distance is 93.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Osaka to Himeji Castle without a car is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs ¥1400 - ¥2000.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Osaka to Himeji Castle, including transfers.

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

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

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

Osaka to Himeji Castle train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Amagasaki station.

Train or bus from Osaka to Himeji Castle?

The best way to get from Osaka to Himeji Castle is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs ¥1400 - ¥2000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2700 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Osaka to Himeji Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Osaka to Himeji Castle train arrive?

Osaka to Himeji Castle train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Himeji station.

Can I drive from Osaka to Himeji Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka to Himeji Castle is 93 km. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Osaka to Himeji Castle.

Where can I stay near Himeji Castle?

There are 99+ hotels available in Himeji Castle.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Amagasaki to Himejitrain A: Special Rapid Service
1h 39m
¥1,415–1,998
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 50m
¥1,290–1,843
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 19m
¥2,696–5,550
Drive 93.2 km
1. Drive from Osaka to Himeji Castlecar 93.2 km
1h 17m
¥1,620–2,340

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Distance: 93.3 km
Duration: 1h 39m

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Amagasaki to Himeji every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥1,200–1,700 and the journey takes 1h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Osaka Marubiru to Himeji Castle via Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, Osaka Itami Airport, and Himeji Station in around 3h 19m.

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