What is the cheapest way to get from Himeji Castle to Fukui-shi?

The cheapest way to get from Himeji Castle to Fukui-shi is to drive which costs ¥4200 - ¥6500 and takes 3h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Himeji Castle to Fukui-shi?

The fastest way to get from Himeji Castle to Fukui-shi is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs ¥9500 - ¥16000.

Is there a direct train between Himeji Castle and Fukui-shi?

No, there is no direct train from Himeji Castle to Fukui-shi. However, there are services departing from Himeji and arriving at Fukui via Kyōto and Tsuruga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Himeji Castle to Fukui-shi?

The distance between Himeji Castle and Fukui-shi is 282 km. The road distance is 247.7 km.

How do I travel from Himeji Castle to Fukui-shi without a car?

The best way to get from Himeji Castle to Fukui-shi without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs ¥9500 - ¥16000.

How long does it take to get from Himeji Castle to Fukui-shi?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Himeji Castle to Fukui-shi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Himeji Castle to Fukui-shi train from?

Himeji Castle to Fukui-shi train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Himeji station.

Where does the Himeji Castle to Fukui-shi train arrive?

Himeji Castle to Fukui-shi train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Himeji Castle to Fukui-shi?

Yes, the driving distance between Himeji Castle to Fukui-shi is 248 km. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Himeji Castle to Fukui-shi.

Where can I stay near Fukui-shi?

There are 152+ hotels available in Fukui-shi.

Himeji Castle to Fukui-shi - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Himeji Castle to Fukui-shi by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Himeji to Kyōto
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Tsuruga
3. Take the train from Tsuruga to Fukui
2h 59m
¥9,567–15,054
Drive 247.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Himeji Castle to Fukui-shi247.7 km
3h 41m
¥4,211–6,082
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Himeji to Shin-Kobe StationSakura / ...
2. Take the bus from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Fukui
5h 16m
¥8,667–14,521
Train via Kobe
1. Take the train from Himeji to Shin-Kōbe Station
2. Take the train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Kyōto
3. Take the train from Kyōto to Tsuruga
4. Take the train from Tsuruga to Fukui
3h 23m
¥11,670–18,025
Train via Fukui
1. Take the train from Himeji to Kyōto
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Tsuruga
3. Take the train from Tsuruga to Fukui
3h 50m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 282.1 km
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Himeji Castle, Japan and Fukui-shi, Japan?

You can take a vehicle from Himeji Castle to Fukui via Himeji, Kyōto, and Tsuruga in around 2h 59m.

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