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

The cheapest way to get from Shinsaibashi to Himeji Castle is to train which costs ¥1400 - ¥2100 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shinsaibashi to Himeji Castle is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2400.

Is there a direct bus between Shinsaibashi and Himeji Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Shinsaibashi station to Himeji Castle station. However, there are services departing from JR Namba Station and arriving at Himeji Station via Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Shinsaibashi and Himeji Castle?

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

How far is it from Shinsaibashi to Himeji Castle?

The distance between Shinsaibashi and Himeji Castle is 95 km. The road distance is 94.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Shinsaibashi to Himeji Castle without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 39m and costs ¥1500 - ¥2300.

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

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

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

Shinsaibashi to Himeji Castle bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from JR Namba Station.

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

Shinsaibashi to Himeji Castle train services, operated by Osaka Metro, depart from Shinsaibashi station.

Train or bus from Shinsaibashi to Himeji Castle?

The best way to get from Shinsaibashi to Himeji Castle is to bus which takes 3h 14m and costs ¥2800 - ¥6000. Alternatively, you can train via Kobe, which costs ¥1500 - ¥2400 and takes 2h 56m.

Where does the Shinsaibashi to Himeji Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shinsaibashi to Himeji Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shinsaibashi to Himeji Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Shinsaibashi to Himeji Castle is 95 km. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Shinsaibashi to Himeji Castle.

Where can I stay near Himeji Castle?

There are 99+ hotels available in Himeji Castle.

Shinsaibashi to Himeji Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Shinsaibashi to Himeji Castle by subway, train, bus, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Shinsaibashi to Shin-Ōsaka Stationsubway Midosuji
2. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Himejitrain Nozomi / ...
1h 39m
¥1,584–2,302
Train
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 / ...
3h 12m
¥1,453–2,087
Bus
1. Take the bus from JR Namba Station to Osaka Itami Airport South Terminalbus N / ...
2. Take the bus from Osaka Itami Airport to Himeji Stationbus H
3h 14m
¥2,835–5,629
Drive 94.7 km
1. Drive from Shinsaibashi to Himeji Castlecar 94.7 km
1h 19m
¥1,645–2,376
Train via Kobe
1. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Sumatrain JR Kyoto Line
2. Take the train from Sanyosuma to Sanyohimejitrain [173183] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
2h 56m
¥1,574–2,362

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Distance: 95.1 km
Duration: 1h 39m

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

You can take a bus from JR Namba Station to Himeji Castle via Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, Osaka Itami Airport, and Himeji Station in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Shinsaibashi to Himeji Castle via Shin-Ōsaka Station, Shin-Ōsaka Station, Suma, Sanyosuma, and Sanyohimeji in around 2h 56m.

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