What is the cheapest way to get from Himeji to Kōrakuen?

The cheapest way to get from Himeji to Kōrakuen is to drive which costs ¥1300 - ¥2000 and takes 1h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Himeji to Kōrakuen?

The fastest way to get from Himeji to Kōrakuen is to train via Okayama which takes 45 min and costs ¥3200 - ¥4900.

Is there a direct train between Himeji and Kōrakuen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Himeji and arriving at Okayama. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from Himeji to Kōrakuen?

The distance between Himeji and Kōrakuen is 77 km. The road distance is 81 km.

How do I travel from Himeji to Kōrakuen without a car?

The best way to get from Himeji to Kōrakuen without a car is to train via Okayama which takes 45 min and costs ¥3200 - ¥4900.

How long does it take to get from Himeji to Kōrakuen?

The train from Himeji to Okayama takes 20 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Himeji to Kōrakuen train from?

Himeji to Kōrakuen train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Himeji station.

Where does the Himeji to Kōrakuen train arrive?

Himeji to Kōrakuen train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Okayama station.

Can I drive from Himeji to Kōrakuen?

Yes, the driving distance between Himeji to Kōrakuen is 81 km. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Himeji to Kōrakuen.

Where can I stay near Kōrakuen?

There are 332+ hotels available in Kōrakuen.

Himeji to Kōrakuen - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Himeji to Kōrakuen by train or car

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Train via Okayama
best
1. Take the train from Himeji to OkayamaNozomi / ...
45 min
¥3,200–4,900
Drive 81 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Himeji to Kōrakuen81 km
1h 26m
¥1,379–1,991
Train
1. Take the train from Himeji to NishigawaraSan-yō Line Local
1h 41m

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Distance: 76.9 km
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Himeji, Japan and Kōrakuen, Japan?

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Himeji to Okayama every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥3,200–4,900 and the journey takes 20 min. JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) also services this route twice daily.

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