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

The cheapest way to get from Dōtonbori to Kobe is to drive which costs ¥600 - ¥900 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dōtonbori to Kobe is to drive which takes 37 min and costs ¥600 - ¥900.

Is there a direct bus between Dōtonbori and Kobe?

No, there is no direct bus from Dōtonbori station to Kobe station. However, there are services departing from Nanba Station, Osaka and arriving at Kobe Sannomiya Station via Osaka Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Dōtonbori and Kobe?

No, there is no direct train from Dōtonbori to Kobe. However, there are services departing from Namba and arriving at Motomachi via Ōsaka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Dōtonbori to Kobe?

The distance between Dōtonbori and Kobe is 36 km. The road distance is 35.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Dōtonbori to Kobe without a car is to train via Umeda which takes 41 min and costs ¥650 - ¥950.

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

It takes approximately 41 min to get from Dōtonbori to Kobe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dōtonbori to Kobe bus from?

Dōtonbori to Kobe bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Nanba Station, Osaka.

Where do I catch the Dōtonbori to Kobe train from?

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

Train or bus from Dōtonbori to Kobe?

The best way to get from Dōtonbori to Kobe is to train via Umeda which takes 41 min and costs ¥650 - ¥950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1400 - ¥1900 and takes 1h 25m.

Where does the Dōtonbori to Kobe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dōtonbori to Kobe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dōtonbori to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Dōtonbori to Kobe is 36 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Dōtonbori to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 330+ hotels available in Kobe.

Dōtonbori to Kobe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Dōtonbori to Kobe by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Umeda
best
1. Take the train from Ōsaka to Motomachitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid / ...
41 min
¥678–944
Drive 35.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Dōtonbori to Kobecar 35.7 km
37 min
¥620–895
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nanba Station, Osaka to Osaka Itami Airport North Terminalbus N
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kobe Sannomiya Stationbus
1h 25m
¥1,467–1,808
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dōtonbori to Kobetaxi 35.7 km
37 min
¥13,000–17,000
Train
1. Take the train from Noda to Motomachitrain Hanshin Main Line Local
1h 14m
¥664–900

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Distance: 36.3 km
Duration: 41 min

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Ōsaka to Motomachi every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥500–700 and the journey takes 32 min. Hanshin Electric Railway also services this route every 15 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nanba Station, Osaka to Kobe Sannomiya Station via Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal and Osaka Airport in around 1h 25m.

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