What is the cheapest way to get from Umeda (Station) to Himeji Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Umeda (Station) to Himeji Castle is to train which costs ¥1200 - ¥1900 and takes 2h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Umeda (Station) to Himeji Castle?

The fastest way to get from Umeda (Station) to Himeji Castle is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2400.

Is there a direct bus between Umeda (Station) and Himeji Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Umeda (Station) 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 25m.

Is there a direct train between Umeda (Station) and Himeji Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Umeda (Station) to Himeji Castle. However, there are services departing from Umeda and arriving at Sanyohimeji via Shin Osaka and Tegara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Umeda (Station) to Himeji Castle?

The distance between Umeda (Station) and Himeji Castle is 91 km. The road distance is 91.9 km.

How do I travel from Umeda (Station) to Himeji Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Umeda (Station) to Himeji Castle without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 33m and costs ¥1500 - ¥2300.

How long does it take to get from Umeda (Station) to Himeji Castle?

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Umeda (Station) to Himeji Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Umeda (Station) to Himeji Castle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Umeda (Station) to Himeji Castle train from?

Umeda (Station) to Himeji Castle train services, operated by Osaka Metro, depart from Umeda station.

Train or bus from Umeda (Station) to Himeji Castle?

The best way to get from Umeda (Station) to Himeji Castle is to bus which takes 3h 25m and costs ¥2700 - ¥6000. Alternatively, you can train via Kobe, which costs ¥1300 - ¥2000 and takes 2h 31m.

Where does the Umeda (Station) to Himeji Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Umeda (Station) to Himeji Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Umeda (Station) to Himeji Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Umeda (Station) to Himeji Castle is 92 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Umeda (Station) to Himeji Castle.

Where can I stay near Himeji Castle?

There are 99+ hotels available in Himeji Castle.

Umeda (Station) to Himeji Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Umeda (Station) to Himeji Castle by subway, train, bus, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Umeda to Shin-Ōsaka Stationsubway Midosuji
2. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Himejitrain Nozomi / ...
1h 33m
¥1,561–2,275
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 / ...
2h 54m
¥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 25m
¥2,696–5,550
Drive 91.9 km
1. Drive from Umeda (Station) to Himeji Castlecar 91.9 km
1h 16m
¥1,597–2,307
Train via Kobe
1. Take the train from Ōsaka to Sumatrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid / ...
2. Take the train from Sanyosuma to Sanyohimejitrain [173183] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
2h 31m
¥1,337–1,983

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Distance: 91.3 km
Duration: 1h 33m

What companies run services between Umeda (Station), Ōsaka, Japan and Himeji Castle, Japan?

You can take a vehicle from Umeda (Station) to Himeji Castle via Osaka Marubiru, Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, Osaka Itami Airport, and Himeji Station in around 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Umeda (Station) to Himeji Castle via Ōsaka, Suma, Sanyosuma, and Sanyohimeji in around 2h 31m.

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