How to travel from Tanegashima to Himeji, Japan
The distance between Tanegashima and Himeji is around 795km (494 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 20m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Tanegashima to Himeji by ferry, train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Himeji → Tanegashima if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Train
Fly from Tanegashima (TNE) to Osaka Itami (ITM) then take the train to Himeji.
- Duration3h 20m
- Flight time1h 45m
- Typical cost¥25,325($185)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Kagoshima then take the train to Himeji.
- Duration6hrs
- Departs5 times a day
- Typical cost¥26,695($195)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Kagoshima then drive to Himeji.
- Duration11hrs
- Departs5 times a day
- Typical cost¥20,670($150)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Tanegashima and Himeji
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Tanegashima to Himeji by ferry, train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then drive which costs around ¥20,670 ($150) and will take around 11hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 3h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥25,325 ($185).
The distance between Tanegashima and Himeji is around 795km (494 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 583km (362 miles)
It takes around 6hrs to get from Tanegashima and Himeji by ferry and train.
The quickest way to get from Tanegashima to Himeji is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 20m and will set you back approx ¥25,325 ($185).
The cheapest way to travel between Tanegashima and Himeji is to take a ferry and then drive which will typically cost around ¥20,670 ($150) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Tanegashima and Himeji. We recommend that you fly from Tanegashima (TNE) to Osaka Itami (ITM) then take the train to Himeji. instead which will take 3h 20m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Tanegashima and Himeji. We recommend that you fly from Tanegashima (TNE) to Osaka Itami (ITM) then take the train to Himeji. instead which will take 3h 20m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Tanegashima to Himeji. We recommend that you fly from Tanegashima (TNE) to Osaka Itami (ITM) then take the train to Himeji. instead which will take 3h 20m.
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 Tanegashima to Himeji. We recommend that you take a ferry to Kagoshima then take the train to Himeji. instead which will take 6hrs.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Tanegashima to Himeji is to take a ferry and then take the train which takes, on average, 6hrs and will usually cost around ¥26,695 ($195).
Compare travel optionsbetween Tanegashima and Himeji
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Train + 1 similar | 3h 20m | ¥25,325($185) | every 30 mins | 795km (494 miles) |
| Ferry, Plane and Train | 3h 55m | ¥47,095($345) | 4 times a day | 820km (510 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 1 similar | 6hrs | ¥26,695($195) | 5 times a day | 848km (527 miles) |
| Ferry, Bus and Train | 8h 50m | ¥28,885($210) | 5 times a day | 966km (601 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 11hrs | ¥20,670($150) | 5 times a day | 905km (562 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Tanegashima and Himeji
Ferry operators
Toppy & Rocket
Bus companies
Nishitetsu
Train operators
Airlines
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