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

The cheapest way to get from Fukuoka to Kobe is to train which costs ¥7500 - ¥11000 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fukuoka to Kobe is to fly which takes 2h and costs ¥12000 - ¥21000.

Is there a direct train between Fukuoka and Kobe?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hakata Fukuoka and arriving at Shin Kobe. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Fukuoka to Kobe?

The distance between Fukuoka and Kobe is 518 km. The road distance is 559.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Fukuoka to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs ¥7500 - ¥11000.

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

The train from Hakata Fukuoka to Shin Kobe takes 2h 20m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Fukuoka to Kobe train from?

Fukuoka to Kobe train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Hakata Fukuoka station.

Train or fly from Fukuoka to Kobe?

The best way to get from Fukuoka to Kobe is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs ¥7500 - ¥11000. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ¥12000 - ¥21000 and takes 2h.

Where does the Fukuoka to Kobe train arrive?

Fukuoka to Kobe train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shin Kobe station.

Can I drive from Fukuoka to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Fukuoka to Kobe is 559 km. It takes approximately 7h 21m to drive from Fukuoka to Kobe.

How do I get a train ticket from Fukuoka to Kobe?

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Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 330+ hotels available in Kobe.

Fukuoka to Kobe - 4 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Fukuoka to Kobe by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hakata Fukuoka to Shin Kobetrain Nozomi / ...
2h 20m
¥7,500–11,000
Drive 559.4 km
1. Drive from Fukuoka to Kobecar 559.4 km
7h 21m
¥9,705–14,018
Fly to Osaka International Airport
1. Fly from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane FUK - ITM
2h
¥12,689–20,065
Fly to Tokushima Airport, bus
1. Fly from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to Tokushima Airport (TKS)plane FUK - TKS
2. Take the bus from Kousoku Naruto to Kousoku Maikobus
2h 43m
¥23,967–42,846

Fukuoka to Kobe by train

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2h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 518.4 km
Duration: 2h 20m

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

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Hakata Fukuoka to Shin Kobe hourly, and the journey takes 2h 20m. JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways fly from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) hourly.

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