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

The cheapest way to get from Ibaraki to Kobe is to train via Juso which costs ¥500 - ¥700 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ibaraki to Kobe is to drive which takes 41 min and costs ¥700 - ¥1100.

Is there a direct train between Ibaraki and Kobe?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ibaraki and arriving at Motomachi. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Ibaraki to Kobe?

The distance between Ibaraki and Kobe is 46 km. The road distance is 42.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ibaraki to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs ¥700 - ¥1000.

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

The train from Ibaraki to Motomachi takes 55 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Ibaraki to Kobe train from?

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

Where does the Ibaraki to Kobe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ibaraki to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Ibaraki to Kobe is 42 km. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Ibaraki to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 330+ hotels available in Kobe.

Ibaraki to Kobe - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Ibaraki to Kobe by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ibaraki to Motomachitrain JR Kyoto Line
55 min
¥700–1,000
Train via Juso
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ibaraki-shi to Jusotrain Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
2. Take the train from Juso to Kobe-sannomiyatrain Kobe Line Local / ...
1h 3m
¥540–673
Drive 42.4 km
1. Drive from Ibaraki to Kobecar 42.4 km
41 min
¥730–1,054
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ibaraki to Kobetaxi 42.4 km
41 min
¥16,000–19,000
Train via Shin Osaka
1. Take the train from Ibaraki to Shin-Ōsaka Stationtrain A: JR Kyōto Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Shin Kobetrain Kodama / ...
56 min
¥678–988

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Distance: 46.2 km
Duration: 55 min

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Ibaraki to Motomachi hourly. Tickets cost ¥700–1,000 and the journey takes 55 min.

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