What is the cheapest way to get from Arashiyama to Kobe?

The cheapest way to get from Arashiyama to Kobe is to train via Juso which costs ¥800 - ¥1100 and takes 1h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arashiyama to Kobe?

The fastest way to get from Arashiyama to Kobe is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1800.

Is there a direct bus between Arashiyama and Kobe?

No, there is no direct bus from Arashiyama station to Kobe station. However, there are services departing from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate and arriving at Kobe Sannomiya Station via Osaka Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Arashiyama and Kobe?

No, there is no direct train from Arashiyama to Kobe. However, there are services departing from Saga-Arashiyama and arriving at Shin Kobe via Kyoto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Arashiyama to Kobe?

The distance between Arashiyama and Kobe is 79 km. The road distance is 71.8 km.

How do I travel from Arashiyama to Kobe without a car?

The best way to get from Arashiyama to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Arashiyama to Kobe?

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Arashiyama to Kobe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arashiyama to Kobe bus from?

Arashiyama to Kobe bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate.

Where do I catch the Arashiyama to Kobe train from?

Arashiyama to Kobe train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Saga-Arashiyama station.

Train or bus from Arashiyama to Kobe?

The best way to get from Arashiyama to Kobe is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2200 - ¥2800 and takes 2h 26m.

Where does the Arashiyama to Kobe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Arashiyama to Kobe train arrive?

Arashiyama to Kobe train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Arashiyama to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Arashiyama to Kobe is 72 km. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Arashiyama to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 330+ hotels available in Kobe.

Arashiyama to Kobe - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Arashiyama to Kobe by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Saga-Arashiyama to Kyōtotrain Sagano Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Kyoto to Shin Kobetrain Hikari / ...
1h 38m
Train via Juso
cheapest
1. Take the train from Katsura to Jusotrain Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
2. Take the train from Juso to Kobe-sannomiyatrain Kobe Line Local / ...
1h 46m
¥831–1,050
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate to Osaka Itami Airport North Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kobe Sannomiya Stationbus
2h 26m
¥2,254–2,783
Drive 71.8 km
1. Drive from Arashiyama to Kobecar 71.8 km
1h 13m
¥1,246–1,800
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Arashiyama to Kobetaxi 71.8 km
1h 13m
¥26,000–31,000
Train via Motomachi
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Motomachitrain JR Kyoto Line
2h 19m
¥1,304–1,883

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Distance: 79.2 km
Duration: 1h 38m

What companies run services between Arashiyama, Japan and Kobe, Japan?

You can take a train from Saga-Arashiyama to Shin Kobe via Kyōto and Kyoto in around 1h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Saga-Arashiyama to Kobe Sannomiya Station via Kyōto, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal, and Osaka Airport in around 2h 26m.

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