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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Himeji is to train via Itayado which costs ¥950 - ¥1400 and takes 1h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Himeji is to train which takes 13 min and costs ¥2700 - ¥4400.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Himeji?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shin-Kōbe Station station and arriving at Himeji. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Kobe to Himeji?

The distance between Kobe and Himeji is 53 km. The road distance is 56 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Himeji without a car is to train which takes 13 min and costs ¥2700 - ¥4400.

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

The train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Himeji takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Himeji train from?

Kobe to Himeji train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Shin-Kōbe Station.

Where does the Kobe to Himeji train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kobe to Himeji?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Himeji is 56 km. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Kobe to Himeji.

Where can I stay near Himeji?

There are 91+ hotels available in Himeji.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Kobe to Himeji by train, 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 Shin-Kōbe Station to HimejiNozomi / ...
13 min
¥2,700–4,400
Drive 56 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kobe to Himeji56 km
59 min
¥953–1,376
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kobe to Himeji56 km
59 min
¥20,000–25,000
Train via Itayado
1. Take the train from Itayado to Sanyohimeji[173183] Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line Local / ...
1h 43m
¥997–1,363

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 53.3 km
Duration: 13 min

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Himeji every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥2,700–4,400 and the journey takes 13 min. JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) also services this route every 30 minutes.

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