What is the cheapest way to get from Hōfu to Ube?

The cheapest way to get from Hōfu to Ube is to drive which costs ¥650 - ¥1000 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Hōfu to Ube?

The fastest way to get from Hōfu to Ube is to drive which takes 35 min and costs ¥650 - ¥1000.

Is there a direct train between Hōfu and Ube?

No, there is no direct train from Hōfu to Ube. However, there are services departing from Hōfu and arriving at Higashishinkawa via Shin-Yamaguchi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Hōfu to Ube?

The distance between Hōfu and Ube is 43 km. The road distance is 39.2 km.

How do I travel from Hōfu to Ube without a car?

The best way to get from Hōfu to Ube without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs ¥700 - ¥1100.

How long does it take to get from Hōfu to Ube?

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Hōfu to Ube, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hōfu to Ube train from?

Hōfu to Ube train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Hōfu station.

Where does the Hōfu to Ube train arrive?

Hōfu to Ube train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shin-Yamaguchi station.

Can I drive from Hōfu to Ube?

Yes, the driving distance between Hōfu to Ube is 39 km. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Hōfu to Ube.

Where can I stay near Ube?

There are 36+ hotels available in Ube.

Hōfu to Ube - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Hōfu to Ube by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hōfu to Shin-Yamaguchitrain San-yō Line Local
2. Take the train from Shin-Yamaguchi to Higashishinkawatrain [32737] JR Ube / ...
1h 45m
¥718–1,027
Drive 39.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Hōfu to Ubecar 39.2 km
35 min
¥681–984
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Hōfu to Shin-Yamaguchitrain San-yō Line Local
2. Take the bus from Shin-Yamaguchi to Ube Airportbus
1h 51m
¥1,218–1,337
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hōfu to Ubetaxi 39.2 km
35 min
¥13,000–16,000

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Distance: 43.2 km
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Hōfu, Japan and Ube, Japan?

You can take a train from Hōfu to Higashishinkawa via Shin-Yamaguchi in around 1h 45m.

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