What is the cheapest way to get from Hiroshima to Kobe (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Hiroshima to Kobe (Station) is to train which costs ¥4600 - ¥7000 and takes 2h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hiroshima to Kobe (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Hiroshima to Kobe (Station) is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs ¥4600 - ¥7000.

Is there a direct bus between Hiroshima and Kobe (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Hiroshima to Kobe (Station). However, there are services departing from Hiroshima Bus Center and arriving at Sannomiya BT via Okayama IC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Hiroshima and Kobe (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Hiroshima to Kobe (Station). However, there are services departing from Hiroshima and arriving at Island Kitaguchi via Sannomiya and Sumiyoshi(Hyogo/Jr). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Hiroshima to Kobe (Station)?

The distance between Hiroshima and Kobe (Station) is 289 km. The road distance is 306.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Hiroshima to Kobe (Station) without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs ¥4600 - ¥7000.

How long does it take to get from Hiroshima to Kobe (Station)?

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Hiroshima to Kobe (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hiroshima to Kobe (Station) bus from?

Hiroshima to Kobe (Station) bus services, operated by JR Bus Chugoku, depart from Hiroshima Bus Center station.

Where do I catch the Hiroshima to Kobe (Station) train from?

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

Train or bus from Hiroshima to Kobe (Station)?

The best way to get from Hiroshima to Kobe (Station) is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs ¥4600 - ¥7000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥5500 - ¥7000 and takes 6h 28m.

Where does the Hiroshima to Kobe (Station) bus arrive?

Hiroshima to Kobe (Station) bus services, operated by JR Bus Chugoku, arrive at Okayama Interchange station.

Where does the Hiroshima to Kobe (Station) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hiroshima to Kobe (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Hiroshima to Kobe (Station) is 306 km. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Hiroshima to Kobe (Station).

Where can I stay near Kobe (Station)?

There are 9541+ hotels available in Kobe (Station).

Hiroshima to Kobe (Station) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Hiroshima to Kobe (Station) by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hiroshima to Shin Kobetrain Sakura
2h 25m
¥4,659–6,764
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hiroshima Bus Center to Okayama Interchangebus Sun Sun Liner
2. Take the bus from Okayama IC to Sannomiya BTbus Kobe
6h 28m
¥5,660–6,660
Drive 306.4 km
1. Drive from Hiroshima to Kobe (Station)car 306.4 km
4h 13m
¥5,323–7,688
Train via Okayama
1. Take the train from Yokogawa to Itozakitrain
2. Take the train from Itozaki to Okayamatrain
3. Take the train from Okayama to Nishi Akashitrain
6h 41m

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Distance: 288.8 km
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Hiroshima, Japan and Kobe (Station), 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, you can take a bus from Hiroshima Bus Center to Kobe (Station) via Okayama IC, Sannomiya BT, Sannomiya, Sumiyoshi(Hyogo/Jr), and Island Kitaguchi in around 6h 28m.

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