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Nara Kōen to Himeji Castle
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Nara Kōen, Japan → Himeji Castle, Japan
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Nara Kōen to Himeji Castle
Composite routes from Nara Kōen to Himeji Castle
Cheapest
1 h 28 min
Car
124 km.
from $6
Other
2 h 10 min
106 km.
from $55.48
4 h 48 min
106 km.
from $53.26
3 h 10 min
106 km.
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Transport providers
Train operators
Japan Railways Shinkansen
Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Kyōto to Shin-Kōbe
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$22.87–$36.84
Train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Himeji
Ave. Duration:
13 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$20.33–$34.30
Japan Railways Limited Express
Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Ōsaka to Himeji
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$21.60–$30.49
JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company)
Phone:
0570-00-2486
Website:
jr-odekake.net/
Train from Nara to Ōsaka
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Train from Ōsaka to Himeji
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Kintetsu Railway
Phone:
050-3536-3957
Website:
kintetsu.co.jp/foreign/english/index.html
Train from Kintetsu-Nara to Kyoto
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.95–$5.34
Bus operators
Airport Limousine Bus (Hankyu Kanko Bus)
Phone:
06-6844-1124
Website:
okkbus.co.jp/en/
Bus from JR Nara Station to Osaka
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.24–$17.79
Bus from Osaka Itami Airport to Himeji
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.51–$38.11
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Nara Kōen to Himeji Castle?
The cheapest way to get from Nara Kōen to Himeji Castle is to drive which costs $13.04 - $19.57 and takes 1h 28m.
What is the fastest way to get from Nara Kōen to Himeji Castle?
The fastest way to get from Nara Kōen to Himeji Castle is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs $13.04 - $19.57 .
Is there a direct bus between Nara Kōen and Himeji Castle?
No, there is no direct bus from Nara Kōen to Himeji Castle station. However, there are services departing from Himurojinja shrine and arriving at Himeji Station via JR Nara Station and Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.
Is there a direct train between Nara Kōen and Himeji Castle?
No, there is no direct train from Nara Kōen to Himeji Castle. However, there are services departing from Kintetsu-Nara and arriving at Himeji via Kyōto and Shin-Kōbe Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.
How far is it from Nara Kōen to Himeji Castle?
The distance between Nara Kōen and Himeji Castle is 164 km. The road distance is 124.1 km.
How do I travel from Nara Kōen to Himeji Castle without a car?
The best way to get from Nara Kōen to Himeji Castle without a car is to train via Kyoto which takes 2h 10m and costs $40.22 - $65.22 .
How long does it take to get from Nara Kōen to Himeji Castle?
It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Nara Kōen to Himeji Castle, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Nara Kōen to Himeji Castle bus from?
Nara Kōen to Himeji Castle bus services, operated by Airport Limousine Bus (Hankyu Kanko Bus), depart from JR Nara Station.
Where do I catch the Nara Kōen to Himeji Castle train from?
Nara Kōen to Himeji Castle train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway, depart from Kintetsu-Nara station.
Train or bus from Nara Kōen to Himeji Castle?
The best way to get from Nara Kōen to Himeji Castle is to train via Kyoto which takes 2h 10m and costs $40.22 - $65.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28.26 - $50 and takes 4h 48m.
Where does the Nara Kōen to Himeji Castle bus arrive?
Nara Kōen to Himeji Castle bus services, operated by Airport Limousine Bus (Hankyu Kanko Bus), arrive at Osaka Itami Aiport South Terminal station.
Where does the Nara Kōen to Himeji Castle train arrive?
Nara Kōen to Himeji Castle train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway, arrive at Kyoto station.
Can I drive from Nara Kōen to Himeji Castle?
Yes, the driving distance between Nara Kōen to Himeji Castle is 124 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Nara Kōen to Himeji Castle.
Where can I stay near Himeji Castle?
There are 89+ hotels available in Himeji Castle. Prices start at $25.74 per night.
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