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

The cheapest way to get from Hiroshima to Kobe is to train which costs ¥4000 - ¥6000 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hiroshima to Kobe is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs ¥4000 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct bus between Hiroshima and Kobe?

No, there is no direct bus from Hiroshima station to Kobe. However, there are services departing from Kōiki-kōen-mae Station and arriving at Sannomiya BT via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Hiroshima and Kobe?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hiroshima and arriving at Shin Kobe. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Hiroshima to Kobe?

The distance between Hiroshima and Kobe is 275 km. The road distance is 296 km.

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

The best way to get from Hiroshima to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs ¥4000 - ¥6000.

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

The train from Hiroshima to Shin Kobe takes 1h 20m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Hiroshima to Kobe bus from?

Hiroshima to Kobe bus services, operated by Kintetsu Bus, depart from Kōiki-kōen-mae Station.

Where do I catch the Hiroshima to Kobe train from?

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

Where does the Hiroshima to Kobe bus arrive?

Hiroshima to Kobe bus services, operated by Kintetsu Bus, arrive at Sannomiya BT station.

Where does the Hiroshima to Kobe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hiroshima to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Hiroshima to Kobe is 296 km. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Hiroshima to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 330+ hotels available in Kobe.

Hiroshima to Kobe - 3 ways to travel via train, night bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Hiroshima to Kobe by train, night bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Hiroshima to Shin Kobetrain Sakura
1h 20m
¥4,000–6,000
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Kōiki-kōen-mae Station to Sannomiya BTnightbus Karst
8h 18m
Drive 296 km
1. Drive from Hiroshima to Kobecar 296 km
4h 7m
¥5,087–7,347

Hiroshima to Kobe by train

245Weekly Trains

1h 20mAverage Duration

¥4,000Cheapest Price

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Distance: 274.7 km
Duration: 1h 20m

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Hiroshima to Shin Kobe hourly. Tickets cost ¥4,000–6,000 and the journey takes 1h 20m. JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Kintetsu Bus operates a vehicle from Kōiki-kōen-mae Station to Sannomiya BT once daily, and the journey takes 6h 45m.

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