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

The cheapest way to get from Himeji to Shimane is to drive which costs ¥3500 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Himeji to Shimane is to train and fly which takes 3h 18m and costs ¥31000 - ¥37000.

Is there a direct train between Himeji and Shimane?

No, there is no direct train from Himeji to Shimane. However, there are services departing from Himeji and arriving at Matsueshinjikoonsen via Dentetsuizumoshi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Himeji to Shimane?

The distance between Himeji and Shimane is 264 km. The road distance is 205.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Himeji to Shimane without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs ¥9500 - ¥15000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Himeji to Shimane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Himeji to Shimane train from?

Himeji to Shimane train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Himeji station.

Where does the Himeji to Shimane train arrive?

Himeji to Shimane train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Izumoshi station.

Can I drive from Himeji to Shimane?

Yes, the driving distance between Himeji to Shimane is 206 km. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Himeji to Shimane.

Where can I stay near Shimane?

There are 111+ hotels available in Shimane.

Himeji to Shimane - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, car

There are 5 ways to get from Himeji to Shimane by train, bus, night train, car, or plane

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 OkayamaNozomi / ...
2. Take the train from Okayama to Matsue[186843] Ltd. Exp Yakumo 15 / ...
4h 3m
¥9,806–14,396
Drive 205.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Himeji to Matsue205.9 km
3h 19m
¥3,505–5,062
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Himeji to OkayamaNozomi / ...
2. Take the bus from Okayama Station to MatsueMomotaro Express
4h 36m
¥7,306–10,396
Night train
1. Take the night train from Himeji to IzumoshiSunrise Izumo
6h 8m
¥7,500–11,000
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Himeji to Shin-Ōsaka Station
2. Fly from Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Izumo Airport (IZO)ITM - IZO
3h 18m
¥31,403–36,459

Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Izumo Airport (IZO) flights

28Weekly Planes

50 minAverage Duration

¥25,343Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Himeji to Shimane.

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Distance: 264.3 km
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a train from Himeji to Matsue via Okayama and Matsue in around 4h 3m.

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