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

The cheapest way to get from Wakayama to Himeji Castle is to train via Kobe which costs ¥2300 - ¥3600 and takes 4h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakayama to Himeji Castle is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs ¥2700 - ¥4000.

Is there a direct train between Wakayama and Himeji Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Wakayama to Himeji Castle. However, there are services departing from Wakayama and arriving at Sanyohimeji via Shin Osaka and Tegara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Wakayama to Himeji Castle?

The distance between Wakayama and Himeji Castle is 164 km. The road distance is 157 km.

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

The best way to get from Wakayama to Himeji Castle without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs ¥2500 - ¥3700.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Wakayama to Himeji Castle, including transfers.

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

Wakayama to Himeji Castle train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Wakayama station.

Where does the Wakayama to Himeji Castle train arrive?

Wakayama to Himeji Castle train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Can I drive from Wakayama to Himeji Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakayama to Himeji Castle is 157 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Wakayama to Himeji Castle.

Where can I stay near Himeji Castle?

There are 99+ hotels available in Himeji Castle.

Wakayama to Himeji Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Wakayama to Himeji Castle by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakayama to Shin-Ōsaka Stationtrain Kuroshio 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Himejitrain Nozomi / ...
2h 28m
¥2,512–3,638
Train via Kobe
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kii-Nakanoshima to Ōsakatrain
2. Take the train from Ōsaka to Sumatrain
3. Take the train from Sanyosuma to Sanyohimejitrain
4h 6m
¥2,388–3,509
Drive 157 km
1. Drive from Wakayama to Himeji Castlecar 157 km
2h 13m
¥2,725–3,936
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kansai Airport Terminal 1 to Kobe Sannomiyabus
2. Take the train from Motomachi to Himejitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
3h 59m
¥3,776–4,718

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Distance: 163.7 km
Duration: 2h 28m

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

You can take a train from Wakayama to Himeji Castle via Shin-Ōsaka Station, Shin Osaka, Himeji, Tegara, and Sanyohimeji in around 2h 28m.

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