What is the cheapest way to get from Himeji Castle to Shin-Kobe Ropeway?

The cheapest way to get from Himeji Castle to Shin-Kobe Ropeway is to train via Itayado which costs ¥1000 - ¥1400 and takes 2h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Himeji Castle to Shin-Kobe Ropeway?

The fastest way to get from Himeji Castle to Shin-Kobe Ropeway is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs ¥950 - ¥1500.

Is there a direct train between Himeji Castle and Shin-Kobe Ropeway?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Himeji and arriving at Shin-Kōbe Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Himeji Castle to Shin-Kobe Ropeway?

The distance between Himeji Castle and Shin-Kobe Ropeway is 57 km. The road distance is 57.9 km.

How do I travel from Himeji Castle to Shin-Kobe Ropeway without a car?

The best way to get from Himeji Castle to Shin-Kobe Ropeway without a car is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs ¥2700 - ¥4400.

How long does it take to get from Himeji Castle to Shin-Kobe Ropeway?

The train from Himeji to Shin-Kōbe Station takes 25 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Himeji Castle to Shin-Kobe Ropeway train from?

Himeji Castle to Shin-Kobe Ropeway train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Himeji station.

Where does the Himeji Castle to Shin-Kobe Ropeway train arrive?

Himeji Castle to Shin-Kobe Ropeway train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Shin-Kōbe Station.

Can I drive from Himeji Castle to Shin-Kobe Ropeway?

Yes, the driving distance between Himeji Castle to Shin-Kobe Ropeway is 58 km. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Himeji Castle to Shin-Kobe Ropeway.

Where can I stay near Shin-Kobe Ropeway?

There are 283+ hotels available in Shin-Kobe Ropeway.

Himeji Castle to Shin-Kobe Ropeway - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Himeji Castle to Shin-Kobe Ropeway by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Himeji to Shin-Kōbe StationKodama / ...
1h 12m
¥2,700–4,400
Drive 57.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Himeji Castle to Shin-Kobe Ropeway57.9 km
1h 9m
¥985–1,423
Train via Itayado
1. Take the train from Sanyohimeji to Itayado[173339] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
2h 38m
¥1,027–1,358
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Himeji Castle to Shin-Kobe Ropeway57.9 km
1h 9m
¥21,000–26,000

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Himeji Castle to Shin-Kobe Ropeway.

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Distance: 57.3 km
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between Himeji Castle, Japan and Shin-Kobe Ropeway, Japan?

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Himeji to Shin-Kōbe Station hourly. Tickets cost ¥2,700–4,400 and the journey takes 25 min.

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