What is the cheapest way to get from Ōsaka to Kobe Sannomiya?

The cheapest way to get from Ōsaka to Kobe Sannomiya is to drive which costs ¥500 - ¥800 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ōsaka to Kobe Sannomiya?

The fastest way to get from Ōsaka to Kobe Sannomiya is to drive which takes 36 min and costs ¥500 - ¥800.

Is there a direct bus between Ōsaka and Kobe Sannomiya?

No, there is no direct bus from Ōsaka to Kobe Sannomiya station. However, there are services departing from Osaka Marubiru and arriving at Kobe Sannomiya Station via Osaka Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Ōsaka and Kobe Sannomiya?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kitashinchi and arriving at Sannomiya(Jr). Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Ōsaka to Kobe Sannomiya?

The distance between Ōsaka and Kobe Sannomiya is 45 km. The road distance is 31.1 km.

How do I travel from Ōsaka to Kobe Sannomiya without a car?

The best way to get from Ōsaka to Kobe Sannomiya without a car is to train which takes 50 min and costs ¥600 - ¥1000.

How long does it take to get from Ōsaka to Kobe Sannomiya?

The train from Kitashinchi to Sannomiya(Jr) takes 50 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ōsaka to Kobe Sannomiya bus from?

Ōsaka to Kobe Sannomiya bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Osaka Marubiru station.

Where do I catch the Ōsaka to Kobe Sannomiya train from?

Ōsaka to Kobe Sannomiya train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Kitashinchi station.

Train or bus from Ōsaka to Kobe Sannomiya?

The best way to get from Ōsaka to Kobe Sannomiya is to train which takes 50 min and costs ¥600 - ¥1000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1300 - ¥1800 and takes 1h 37m.

Where does the Ōsaka to Kobe Sannomiya bus arrive?

Ōsaka to Kobe Sannomiya bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal station.

Where does the Ōsaka to Kobe Sannomiya train arrive?

Ōsaka to Kobe Sannomiya train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Sannomiya(Jr) station.

Can I drive from Ōsaka to Kobe Sannomiya?

Yes, the driving distance between Ōsaka to Kobe Sannomiya is 31 km. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Ōsaka to Kobe Sannomiya.

Where can I stay near Kobe Sannomiya?

There are 331+ hotels available in Kobe Sannomiya.

Ōsaka to Kobe Sannomiya - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Ōsaka to Kobe Sannomiya by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kitashinchi to Sannomiya(Jr)train [26849] JR Gakkentoshi Line Local / ...
50 min
¥600–1,000
Drive 31.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Osaka to Kobe Sannomiyacar 31.1 km
36 min
¥539–779
Bus
1. Take the bus from Osaka Marubiru to Osaka Itami Airport North Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kobe Sannomiya Stationbus
1h 37m
¥1,355–1,750
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Kobe Sannomiyataxi 31.1 km
36 min
¥12,000–15,000

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Distance: 44.9 km
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between Ōsaka, Japan and Kobe Sannomiya, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kitashinchi to Sannomiya(Jr) every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥700–1,000 and the journey takes 50 min. Hanshin Electric Railway also services this route every 15 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Osaka Marubiru to Kobe Sannomiya Station via Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal and Osaka Airport in around 1h 37m.

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