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Discover the Japan Rail PassThe cheapest and fastest trains from Kyoto to Himeji
Showing times and prices for 27 Apr
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
43 m
Average duration
43 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
99 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kyoto to Himeji is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kyoto to Himeji will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Fast trains
Of the 32 trains that leave Kyoto for Himeji every day 32 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 99 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 43 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Hikari 51114:430h50Kyoto Station15:33Himeji Station£261One-way0 changes- Hikari 5358:290h45Kyoto Station9:14Himeji Station£261One-way0 changes
- Hikari 50511:430h50Kyoto Station12:33Himeji Station£261One-way0 changes
- Hikari 50712:430h50Kyoto Station13:33Himeji Station£261One-way0 changes
- Hikari 51717:430h50Kyoto Station18:33Himeji Station£261One-way0 changes
- Hikari 5317:200h43Kyoto Station8:03Himeji Station£261One-way0 changes
Nozomi 7517:020h43Kyoto Station17:45Himeji Station£311One-way0 changes- Nozomi 9122:320h43Kyoto Station23:15Himeji Station£311One-way0 changes
- Nozomi 6914:020h43Kyoto Station14:45Himeji Station£311One-way0 changes
- Nozomi 7920:020h43Kyoto Station20:45Himeji Station£311One-way0 changes
Live departures
Kyoto to Himeji train times
The table below shows live departures for Kyoto to Himeji trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 28 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hikari 531 | 7:20 Kyoto Station | 0h43 | 8:03 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 533 | 8:01 Kyoto Station | 0h48 | 8:49 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 535 | 8:29 Kyoto Station | 0h45 | 9:14 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 7 | 9:02 Kyoto Station | 0h43 | 9:45 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 501 | 9:43 Kyoto Station | 0h50 | 10:33 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 61 | 10:16 Kyoto Station | 0h44 | 11:00 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 503 | 10:43 Kyoto Station | 0h50 | 11:33 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 63 | 11:02 Kyoto Station | 0h43 | 11:45 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 505 | 11:43 Kyoto Station | 0h50 | 12:33 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 65 | 12:02 Kyoto Station | 0h43 | 12:45 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 507 | 12:43 Kyoto Station | 0h50 | 13:33 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 67 | 13:02 Kyoto Station | 0h43 | 13:45 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 509 | 13:43 Kyoto Station | 0h50 | 14:33 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 69 | 14:02 Kyoto Station | 0h43 | 14:45 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 511 | 14:43 Kyoto Station | 0h50 | 15:33 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 71 | 15:02 Kyoto Station | 0h43 | 15:45 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 513 | 15:43 Kyoto Station | 0h50 | 16:33 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 73 | 16:02 Kyoto Station | 0h43 | 16:45 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 515 | 16:43 Kyoto Station | 0h50 | 17:33 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 75 | 17:02 Kyoto Station | 0h43 | 17:45 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 517 | 17:43 Kyoto Station | 0h50 | 18:33 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 77 | 18:02 Kyoto Station | 0h43 | 18:45 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 519 | 18:43 Kyoto Station | 0h50 | 19:33 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 51 | 19:02 Kyoto Station | 0h43 | 19:45 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 521 | 19:43 Kyoto Station | 0h50 | 20:33 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 79 | 20:02 Kyoto Station | 0h43 | 20:45 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 81 | 20:46 Kyoto Station | 0h44 | 21:30 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 83 | 21:22 Kyoto Station | 0h44 | 22:06 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 85 | 21:33 Kyoto Station | 0h45 | 22:18 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 87 | 21:53 Kyoto Station | 0h43 | 22:36 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 91 | 22:32 Kyoto Station | 0h43 | 23:15 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 95 | 23:05 Kyoto Station | 0h46 | 23:51 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 28 April | |||||
| Hikari 531 | 7:20 Kyoto Station | 0h43 | 8:03 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 533 | 8:01 Kyoto Station | 0h48 | 8:49 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 535 | 8:29 Kyoto Station | 0h45 | 9:14 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 7 | 9:02 Kyoto Station | 0h43 | 9:45 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 501 | 9:43 Kyoto Station | 0h50 | 10:33 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 61 | 10:16 Kyoto Station | 0h44 | 11:00 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 503 | 10:43 Kyoto Station | 0h50 | 11:33 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 63 | 11:02 Kyoto Station | 0h43 | 11:45 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 505 | 11:43 Kyoto Station | 0h50 | 12:33 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 65 | 12:02 Kyoto Station | 0h43 | 12:45 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 507 | 12:43 Kyoto Station | 0h50 | 13:33 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 67 | 13:02 Kyoto Station | 0h43 | 13:45 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 509 | 13:43 Kyoto Station | 0h50 | 14:33 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 69 | 14:02 Kyoto Station | 0h43 | 14:45 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 511 | 14:43 Kyoto Station | 0h50 | 15:33 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 71 | 15:02 Kyoto Station | 0h43 | 15:45 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 513 | 15:43 Kyoto Station | 0h50 | 16:33 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 73 | 16:02 Kyoto Station | 0h43 | 16:45 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 515 | 16:43 Kyoto Station | 0h50 | 17:33 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 75 | 17:02 Kyoto Station | 0h43 | 17:45 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 517 | 17:43 Kyoto Station | 0h50 | 18:33 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 77 | 18:02 Kyoto Station | 0h43 | 18:45 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 519 | 18:43 Kyoto Station | 0h50 | 19:33 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 51 | 19:02 Kyoto Station | 0h43 | 19:45 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 521 | 19:43 Kyoto Station | 0h50 | 20:33 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 79 | 20:02 Kyoto Station | 0h43 | 20:45 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 81 | 20:46 Kyoto Station | 0h44 | 21:30 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 83 | 21:22 Kyoto Station | 0h44 | 22:06 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 85 | 21:33 Kyoto Station | 0h45 | 22:18 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 87 | 21:53 Kyoto Station | 0h43 | 22:36 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 91 | 22:32 Kyoto Station | 0h43 | 23:15 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 95 | 23:05 Kyoto Station | 0h46 | 23:51 Himeji Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kyoto to Himeji
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Trains from Kyoto to Himeji run on average 24 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
There are 24 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 43m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 99 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 24 |
Fastest train 43m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 23:05 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: JR Central, JR West from Kyoto to Himeji trainsJR Central, JR West trains will get you between Kyoto and Himeji from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
JR Central
About
Central Japan Railway Company (JR Central) is a leading railway operator in Japan's Chūbu region, established in 1987. Headquartered in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, JR Central is renowned for operating the Tōkaidō Shinkansen, the world's busiest high-speed rail line connecting Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka. The company manages approximately 1,970 kilometers of railway routes, including the Tōkaidō Main Line and several regional lines. Beyond transportation, JR Central engages in various businesses such as logistics, real estate, and retail, contributing significantly to the regional economy. With a commitment to safety, punctuality, and customer satisfaction, JR Central continues to play a pivotal role in Japan's transportation infrastructure.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
43m
Cheapest Price
£25
JR Central frequency
24 a day
Luggage included
Two carry-on items that each have a total length, width, and height within 250 centimeters (length up to two meters) and are within 30 kilograms in weight are allowed on board.
Additional luggage
Oversized baggage compartments are available on a first-come, first-served basis without a prior seat reservation.
Luggage storage
Oversized baggage compartments are located in the connecting passageways of 16-car trains and are clearly marked.
Cancellation Policy
A full refund is made of fares and charges when a trip is canceled.
Refund
A full refund is made of fares and charges when a trip is canceled.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Seat reservations can be made without additional payment.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchairs with a length and height within 120 centimeters and a width within 70 centimeters are allowed on board.
Bikes
Bicycles used for cycling and sports tournaments must be disassembled and placed in bike travel bags.
Pets
Small dogs, cats, birds, or similar small animals are allowed if they are in a case within 120 cm and the combined weight of the case and animal is within 10 kilograms.
JR West
About
West Japan Railway Company (JR West) is a leading railway operator in Japan, headquartered in Osaka. Established on April 1, 1987, following the privatization of Japanese National Railways, JR West manages an extensive network covering 5,008.7 kilometers, including the Sanyō Shinkansen line, which accounts for approximately 40% of its passenger revenues. The company also offers bus and ferry services and engages in real estate and retail businesses. With a workforce of over 45,000 employees, JR West serves a population of approximately 43.1 million people across 18 prefectures in western Japan.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
Up to two portable items totaling no more than 250 cm in dimensions and weighing no more than 30 kg are allowed.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage beyond the standard allowance is not permitted.
Luggage storage
Designated areas are available for storing luggage on trains.
Cancellation Policy
Changes and refunds are not possible after the scheduled departure time of the first designated train.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Food and beverage waste should be discarded in receptacles provided in the station or on the train.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations can be made at no additional cost at ticket offices; online reservations may incur fees.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
JR West strives to maintain accessibility features and offers support to patrons with disabilities.
Bikes
Bicycles for cycling or sports competitions must be dismantled and carried in a dedicated bag.
Pets
Pets must be transported in a case that holds their entire body; fees apply for small animals.
FAQs: Kyoto to Himeji train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kyoto to Himeji by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Himeji, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Kyoto to Himeji can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £25, while the average price tends to be around £26.
The train journey from Kyoto to Himeji covers a distance of 99 km and takes approximately 43m. Trains run 24 per day.
The train distance from Kyoto to Himeji is 99 km.
The first train from Kyoto to Himeji leaves at 6:00.
The last train from Kyoto to Himeji departs at 23:05.
Trains from Kyoto to Himeji run approximately 24 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Kyoto to Himeji.
Yes, there is a direct train between Kyoto and Himeji. The service operates 24 times per day, provided by JR Central, JR Central, JR Central.
To travel from Kyoto to Himeji, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Kyoto to Himeji.
The train station in Kyoto that goes to Himeji is Kyoto Station, and it arrives at Himeji Station.
The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Himeji is by train, costing approximately £25.
Booking trains from Kyoto to Himeji in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Kyoto to Himeji.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kyoto and Himeji
Kyoto
Himeji
The major train station for departures in Kyoto is Kyoto Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kyoto Station for your trip from Kyoto to Himeji.
Kyoto Station
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00–23:00
Distance to city center
3 km
Car connection
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- Free Wi-Fi is available in the JR areas of the station.
Parking
- Parking facilities are available near the station, including a large parking area on the Hachijo side.
Dining
- A wide variety of dining options are available, including The Cube Gourmet Street on the 11th floor and Kyoto Ramen Koji on the 10th floor.
Taxis
- Available at designated taxi stands on both the Karasuma and Hachijo sides of the station.
Accessibility
- The station is equipped with elevators, escalators, and accessible restrooms to accommodate passengers with disabilities.
WC
- Restrooms, including accessible facilities, are available throughout the station.
Public transport options for Kyoto Station
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The major train station for arrivals in Himeji is Himeji Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Himeji Station for your journey to Himeji from Kyoto.
Himeji Station
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:00-23:00
Distance to city center
1 kmCar connection
trueWifi
- Free Wi-Fi is available inside the station.
Parking
- Parking facilities are available near the station.
Dining
- Multiple dining options are available within the station complex.
Taxis
- Available at the station's taxi stand.
Accessibility
- The station is equipped with elevators and accessible restrooms.
WC
- Restrooms are available throughout the station.
Public transport options for Himeji Station
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