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

The cheapest way to get from Yabu to Himeji Castle is to train which costs ¥1100 - ¥1700 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Yabu to Himeji Castle is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1900.

Is there a direct train between Yabu and Himeji Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Yōka and arriving at Himeji. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Yabu to Himeji Castle?

The distance between Yabu and Himeji Castle is 80 km. The road distance is 73.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Yabu to Himeji Castle without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs ¥1100 - ¥1700.

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

The train from Yōka to Himeji takes 1h 7m including transfers and departs three times a day.

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

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

Where does the Yabu to Himeji Castle train arrive?

Yabu to Himeji Castle train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Himeji station.

Can I drive from Yabu to Himeji Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Yabu to Himeji Castle is 74 km. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Yabu to Himeji Castle.

Where can I stay near Himeji Castle?

There are 99+ hotels available in Himeji Castle.

Yabu to Himeji Castle - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Yabu to Himeji Castle by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Yōka to Himejitrain Hamakaze
1h 25m
¥1,100–1,700
Drive 73.6 km
1. Drive from Yabu to Himeji Castlecar 73.6 km
1h 17m
¥1,279–1,847
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Yabu to Himeji Castletaxi 73.6 km
1h 17m
¥27,000–33,000

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Distance: 79.6 km
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Yabu, Hyōgo, Japan and Himeji Castle, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Yōka to Himeji 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥1,100–1,700 and the journey takes 1h 7m.

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