How to Travel from
Wakayama to Himeji Castle
by Route or Car
Schedule
Wakayama, Japan → Himeji Castle, Japan
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Wakayama to Himeji Castle
Composite routes from Wakayama to Himeji Castle
Cheapest
2 h 9 min
Car
173 km.
from $9
Other
1 h 56 min
78 km.
from $63.52
2 h 59 min
Bus, Train
78 km.
from $47.26
2 h 42 min
78 km.
from $47.26
4 h 20 min
Bus, Train
78 km.
from $27.45
Transport providers
Train operators
Japan Railways Shinkansen
Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Himeji
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$25.41–$39.38
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 Wakayama to Shin-Ōsaka
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.06–$29.22
Train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Himeji
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.33–$30.49
Train from Wakayama to Ōsaka
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.06–$27.95
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 Shin-Ōsaka Station to Himeji
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Train from Wakayama to Ōsaka
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Train from Ōsaka to Himeji
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Sanyo Electric Railway
Website:
sanyo-railway.co.jp/global/en/index.html
Train from Itayado to Sanyohimeji
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.84–$8.26
Bus operators
Kansai Airport Transportation Enterprise
Phone:
072-461-1374
Website:
kate.co.jp/en/
Bus from Wakayama Station to Kansai
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$6.99–$10.16
Airport Limousine Bus (Hankyu Kanko Bus)
Phone:
06-6844-1124
Website:
okkbus.co.jp/en/
Bus from Kansai Airport Terminal 1 to Kobe
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.97–$17.79
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Wakayama to Himeji Castle?
The cheapest way to get from Wakayama to Himeji Castle is to drive which costs $15.22 - $23.91 and takes 1h 50m.
What is the fastest way to get from Wakayama to Himeji Castle?
The fastest way to get from Wakayama to Himeji Castle is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs $15.22 - $23.91 .
Is there a direct train between Wakayama and Himeji Castle?
No, there is no direct train from Wakayama to Himeji Castle. However, there are services departing from Wakayama and arriving at Himeji via Shin-Ōsaka Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.
How far is it from Wakayama to Himeji Castle?
The distance between Wakayama and Himeji Castle is 160 km. The road distance is 151.4 km.
How do I travel from Wakayama to Himeji Castle without a car?
The best way to get from Wakayama to Himeji Castle without a car is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs $33.70 - $59.78 .
How long does it take to get from Wakayama to Himeji Castle?
It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Wakayama to Himeji Castle, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Wakayama to Himeji Castle train from?
Wakayama to Himeji Castle train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Wakayama station.
Where does the Wakayama to Himeji Castle train arrive?
Wakayama to Himeji Castle train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Shin-Ōsaka Station.
Can I drive from Wakayama to Himeji Castle?
Yes, the driving distance between Wakayama to Himeji Castle is 151 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Wakayama 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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