What is the cheapest way to get from Shin-Kōbe Station to Himeji Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Shin-Kōbe Station to Himeji Castle is to train via Itayado which costs ¥1000 - ¥1400 and takes 2h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shin-Kōbe Station to Himeji Castle?

The fastest way to get from Shin-Kōbe Station to Himeji Castle is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs ¥950 - ¥1500.

Is there a direct train between Shin-Kōbe Station and Himeji Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Himeji Castle. However, there are services departing from Shin Kobe and arriving at Sanyohimeji via Tegara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Shin-Kōbe Station to Himeji Castle?

The distance between Shin-Kōbe Station and Himeji Castle is 59 km. The road distance is 56.9 km.

How do I travel from Shin-Kōbe Station to Himeji Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Shin-Kōbe Station to Himeji Castle without a car is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs ¥1000 - ¥1500.

How long does it take to get from Shin-Kōbe Station to Himeji Castle?

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from Shin-Kōbe Station to Himeji Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shin-Kōbe Station to Himeji Castle train from?

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

Where does the Shin-Kōbe Station to Himeji Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shin-Kōbe Station to Himeji Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Shin-Kōbe Station to Himeji Castle is 57 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Shin-Kōbe Station to Himeji Castle.

Where can I stay near Himeji Castle?

There are 99+ hotels available in Himeji Castle.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shin Kobe to Himejitrain Hikari / ...
1h 8m
¥1,005–1,413
Drive 56.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shin-Kōbe Station to Himeji Castlecar 56.9 km
1h 7m
¥985–1,423
Train via Kenchomae(Hyogo)
1. Take the train from Motomachi to Himejitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
1h 42m
¥1,056–1,518
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shin-Kōbe Station to Himeji Castletaxi 56.9 km
1h 7m
¥21,000–25,000
Train via Itayado
1. Take the train from Itayado to Sanyohimejitrain [173183] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
2h 3m
¥1,024–1,391

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Distance: 58.6 km
Duration: 1h 8m

What companies run services between Shin-Kōbe 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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