What is the cheapest way to get from The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto to Himeji Castle?

The cheapest way to get from The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto to Himeji Castle is to train via Kobe which costs ¥1500 - ¥2200 and takes 4h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto to Himeji Castle?

The fastest way to get from The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto to Himeji Castle is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs ¥2100 - ¥3100.

Is there a direct bus between The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto and Himeji Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto to Himeji Castle station. However, there are services departing from Kyoto Shiyakusho Mae and arriving at Himeji Station via Kyoto Station Hachijou gate and Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

Is there a direct train between The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto and Himeji Castle?

No, there is no direct train from The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto to Himeji Castle. However, there are services departing from Kyoto and arriving at Sanyohimeji via Tegara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto to Himeji Castle?

The distance between The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto and Himeji Castle is 132 km. The road distance is 124 km.

How do I travel from The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto to Himeji Castle without a car?

The best way to get from The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto to Himeji Castle without a car is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs .

How long does it take to get from The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto to Himeji Castle?

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto to Himeji Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto to Himeji Castle bus from?

The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto to Himeji Castle bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate.

Where do I catch the The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto to Himeji Castle train from?

The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto to Himeji Castle train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Kyoto station.

Train or bus from The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto to Himeji Castle?

The best way to get from The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto to Himeji Castle is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3600 - ¥7000 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto to Himeji Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto to Himeji Castle train arrive?

The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto to Himeji Castle train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Himeji station.

Can I drive from The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto to Himeji Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto to Himeji Castle is 124 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto to Himeji Castle.

Where can I stay near Himeji Castle?

There are 92+ hotels available in Himeji Castle.

The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto to Himeji Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto to Himeji Castle by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyoto to Himejitrain Hikari / ...
2h 24m
Train via Kobe
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kyouto Kawaramachi to Ōsakatrain
2. Take the train from Osaka-Umeda to Nishidaitrain
3. Take the train from Nishidai(Hyogo) to Sanyohimejitrain
4h 24m
¥1,581–2,181
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate to Osaka Itami Airport South Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Osaka Itami Airport to Himeji Stationbus H
4h 8m
¥3,630–6,630
Drive 124 km
1. Drive from The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto to Himeji Castlecar 124 km
1h 39m
¥2,117–3,057
Train via Nishinomiya
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Ashiyatrain JR Kyoto Line
2. Take the train from Ashiya to Himejitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
3h 19m
¥2,180–3,130

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Distance: 131.6 km
Duration: 2h 24m

What companies run services between The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto, Japan and Himeji Castle, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kyoto to Himeji hourly, and the journey takes 1h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto to Himeji Castle via Kyoto Shiyakusho Mae, Kyoto Station, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, Osaka Itami Airport, and Himeji Station in around 4h 8m.

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