What is the cheapest way to get from Sannomiya Station to Himeji Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Sannomiya Station to Himeji Castle is to train which costs ¥850 - ¥1300 and takes 1h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sannomiya Station to Himeji Castle?

The fastest way to get from Sannomiya Station to Himeji Castle is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs ¥950 - ¥1500.

Is there a direct train between Sannomiya Station and Himeji Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Motomachi and arriving at Himeji. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Sannomiya Station to Himeji Castle?

The distance between Sannomiya Station and Himeji Castle is 60 km. The road distance is 57 km.

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

The best way to get from Sannomiya Station to Himeji Castle without a car is to train via Himeji which takes 1h 27m and costs ¥1000 - ¥1500.

How long does it take to get from Sannomiya Station to Himeji Castle?

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Sannomiya Station to Himeji Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sannomiya Station to Himeji Castle train from?

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

Where does the Sannomiya Station to Himeji Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sannomiya Station to Himeji Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Sannomiya Station to Himeji Castle is 57 km. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Sannomiya Station to Himeji Castle.

Where can I stay near Himeji Castle?

There are 99+ hotels available in Himeji Castle.

Sannomiya Station to Himeji Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Sannomiya Station to Himeji Castle by train, car, or taxi

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Train via Himeji
best
1. Take the train from Shin Kobe to Himejitrain Hikari / ...
1h 27m
¥1,005–1,413
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Motomachi to Himejitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
1h 27m
¥850–1,300
Drive 57 km
1. Drive from Sannomiya Station to Himeji Castlecar 57 km
1h 5m
¥986–1,424
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sannomiya Station to Himeji Castletaxi 57 km
1h 5m
¥21,000–26,000
Train via Itayado
1. Take the train from Itayado to Sanyohimejitrain [173183] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
2h 2m
¥1,008–1,374

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Distance: 60.2 km
Duration: 1h 27m

What companies run services between Sannomiya Station, Japan and Himeji Castle, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shin Kobe to Himeji hourly, and the journey takes 27 min. JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) also services this route every 3 hours.

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