How to travel from Naha to Himeji, Japan
The distance between Naha and Himeji is around 1,218km (757 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 2h 50m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Naha to Himeji by plane, train, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Himeji → Naha if you're planning a return trip.
Fly to Okayama (OKJ), Train
Fly from Okinawa (OKA) to Okayama (OKJ) then take the train to Himeji.
- Duration2h 50m
- Flight time1h 50m
- Typical cost¥19,715($145)
Multiple operators
4 similiar routes
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to 鹿児島新港 新港待合所 then take the train to Himeji.
- Duration1 day 5h
- Departs5 times a week
- Typical cost¥33,405($245)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Naha and Himeji
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Naha to Himeji by plane, train, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to fly and then take the train which costs around ¥18,070 ($130) and will take around 3hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 2h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥19,715 ($145).
The distance between Naha and Himeji is around 1,218km (757 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,168km (726 miles)
It takes around 3hrs to get from Naha and Himeji by plane and train.
The quickest way to get from Naha to Himeji is to fly and then take the train which takes around 2h 50m and will set you back approx ¥19,715 ($145).
The cheapest way to travel between Naha and Himeji is to fly and then take the train which will typically cost around ¥18,070 ($130) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Naha and Himeji. We recommend that you fly from Okinawa (OKA) to Okayama (OKJ) then take the train to Himeji. instead which will take 2h 50m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Naha and Himeji. We recommend that you fly from Okinawa (OKA) to Okayama (OKJ) then take the train to Himeji. instead which will take 2h 50m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Naha to Himeji. We recommend that you fly from Okinawa (OKA) to Kobe (UKB) then take the train to Himeji. instead which will take 3hrs.
The closest major airport to Himeji is Kobe Airport (UKB) (UKB) which is approximately 53km (33 miles) from Himeji. Kansai International Airport (KIX) (KIX) and Itami Airport (ITM) (ITM) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Naha to Himeji. We recommend that you fly from Okinawa (OKA) to Kobe (UKB) then take the train to Himeji. instead which will take 3hrs.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Naha to Himeji is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 3hrs and will usually cost around ¥18,070 ($130).
Compare travel optionsbetween Naha and Himeji
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly to Okayama (OKJ), Train + 4 similar | 2h 50m | ¥19,715($145) | every 2 hours | 1,218km (757 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 3hrs | ¥18,070($130) | every 30 mins | 1,256km (781 miles) |
| Fly to Osaka Itami (ITM), Train | 3h 20m | ¥24,230($175) | every 30 mins | 1,308km (813 miles) |
| Fly to Takamatsu (TAK), train | 4hrs | ¥29,160($215) | hourly | 1,247km (775 miles) |
| Fly to Chūbu Centrair (NGO), Train | 4h 5m | ¥22,450($165) | hourly | 1,602km (995 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 2 similar | 1 day 5h | ¥33,405($245) | 5 times a week | 1,452km (902 miles) |
| Ferry to 名瀬港 船客待合所, train | 1 day 9h | ¥37,100($270) | twice a week | 1,520km (945 miles) |
| Bus, Ferry and Train | 1 day 7h | ¥33,815($245) | 5 times a week | 1,591km (989 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Naha and Himeji
Airlines
Solaseed Air
Japan Transocean Air
Peach Aviation Limited
Ferry operators
A Line
Marix Line
Bus companies
Yanbaru Express
Nishitetsu
Train operators
Airports near Himeji
The following major airports near Himeji offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
- Distance
- 53km (33 miles) from Himeji
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
- Distance
- 66km (41 miles) from Himeji
Itami Airport (ITM)
- Distance
- 69km (43 miles) from Himeji