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

The cheapest way to get from Umeda to Himeji Castle is to train via Kobe which costs ¥1100 - ¥1700 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Umeda to Himeji Castle is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs ¥1400 - ¥2100.

Is there a direct bus between Umeda and Himeji Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Umeda 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 23m.

Is there a direct train between Umeda and Himeji Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Umeda 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 to Himeji Castle?

The distance between Umeda and Himeji Castle is 91 km. The road distance is 91.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Umeda 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 to Himeji Castle?

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

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Umeda to Himeji Castle?

The best way to get from Umeda to Himeji Castle is to bus which takes 3h 23m and costs ¥2700 - ¥6500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥1300 - ¥2000 and takes 2h 2m.

Where does the Umeda to Himeji Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Umeda to Himeji Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Umeda to Himeji Castle?

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

Where can I stay near Himeji Castle?

There are 101+ hotels available in Himeji Castle.

Umeda to Himeji Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Umeda 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 via Kobe
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 50m
¥1,155–1,652
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 23m
¥2,767–6,230
Drive 91.5 km
1. Drive from Umeda to Himeji Castlecar 91.5 km
1h 16m
¥1,405–2,029
Train
1. Take the train from Amagasaki to Himejitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
2h 2m
¥1,359–1,920

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Distance: 91.3 km
Duration: 1h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Osaka Marubiru to Himeji Castle via Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, Osaka Itami Airport, and Himeji Station in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Amagasaki to Himeji every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥1,200–1,700 and the journey takes 1h 24m.

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