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

The cheapest way to get from Himeji to Kobe is to drive which costs ¥900 - ¥1400 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Himeji to Kobe is to train which takes 40 min and costs ¥2100 - ¥4400.

Is there a direct bus between Himeji and Kobe?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Himeji Station station and arriving at Shinki Bus Sannomiya. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Himeji and Kobe?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Himeji and arriving at Kōbe. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Himeji to Kobe?

The distance between Himeji and Kobe is 55 km. The road distance is 56 km.

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

The best way to get from Himeji to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 40 min and costs ¥2100 - ¥4400.

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

The train from Himeji to Kōbe takes 40 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Himeji to Kobe bus from?

Himeji to Kobe bus services, operated by Willer Express, depart from Himeji Station.

Where do I catch the Himeji to Kobe train from?

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

Train or bus from Himeji to Kobe?

The best way to get from Himeji to Kobe is to train which takes 40 min and costs ¥2100 - ¥4400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Himeji to Kobe bus arrive?

Himeji to Kobe bus services, operated by Willer Express, arrive at Shinki Bus Sannomiya station.

Where does the Himeji to Kobe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Himeji to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Himeji to Kobe is 56 km. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Himeji to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 292+ hotels available in Kobe.

Himeji to Kobe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Himeji to Kobe by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Kōbetrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid / ...
40 min
¥2,100–4,400
Drive 56 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Himeji to Kobecar 56 km
1h
¥941–1,359
Bus
1. Take the bus from Himeji Station to Shinki Bus Sannomiyabus 9352
1h 40m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Himeji to Kobetaxi 56 km
1h
¥20,000–25,000

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 54.9 km
Duration: 40 min

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Himeji to Kōbe every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 40 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Willer Express operates a bus from Himeji Station to Shinki Bus Sannomiya once daily, and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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