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

The cheapest way to get from Hamamatsu to Kobe is to drive which costs ¥4800 - ¥7000 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamamatsu to Kobe is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs ¥4800 - ¥7000.

Is there a direct bus between Hamamatsu and Kobe?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Hamamatsu and arriving at Kobe-Sannomiya. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Hamamatsu and Kobe?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hamamatsu and arriving at Shin Kobe. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Hamamatsu to Kobe?

The distance between Hamamatsu and Kobe is 306 km. The road distance is 282.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Hamamatsu to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs .

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

The train from Hamamatsu to Shin Kobe takes 1h 44m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Hamamatsu to Kobe bus from?

Hamamatsu to Kobe bus services, operated by Willer Express, depart from Act City Hamamatsu station.

Where do I catch the Hamamatsu to Kobe train from?

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

Where does the Hamamatsu to Kobe bus arrive?

Hamamatsu to Kobe bus services, operated by Willer Express, arrive at Osaka Station.

Where does the Hamamatsu to Kobe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hamamatsu to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamamatsu to Kobe is 282 km. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Hamamatsu to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 330+ hotels available in Kobe.

Hamamatsu to Kobe - 4 ways to travel via train, night bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Hamamatsu to Kobe by train, night bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hamamatsu to Shin Kobetrain Hikari
1h 44m
Night bus
cheapest
1. Take the night bus from Hamamatsu to Kobe-Sannomiyanightbus Jx301
9h 20m
¥2,500–6,500
Night bus via Osaka Station
1. Take the night bus from Act City Hamamatsu to Osaka Stationnightbus Wx4053
7h 22m
¥3,543–8,312
Drive 282.5 km
1. Drive from Hamamatsu to Kobecar 282.5 km
3h 48m
¥4,855–7,012

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Distance: 305.7 km
Duration: 1h 44m

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

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Hamamatsu to Shin Kobe every 2 hours, and the journey takes 1h 44m. Alternatively, Willer Express operates a vehicle from Act City Hamamatsu to Osaka Station once daily. Tickets cost ¥3,000–8,000 and the journey takes 6h 41m.

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