What is the cheapest way to get from Kansai region to Kobe?

The cheapest way to get from Kansai region to Kobe is to drive which costs ¥850 - ¥1300 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kansai region to Kobe?

The fastest way to get from Kansai region to Kobe is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs ¥850 - ¥1300.

Is there a direct train between Kansai region and Kobe?

No, there is no direct train from Kansai region to Kobe. However, there are services departing from Nihonhesokoen and arriving at Motomachi via Nishiwakishi and Kakogawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Kansai region to Kobe?

The distance between Kansai region and Kobe is 77 km. The road distance is 50.5 km.

How do I travel from Kansai region to Kobe without a car?

The best way to get from Kansai region to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1800.

How long does it take to get from Kansai region to Kobe?

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Kansai region to Kobe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kansai region to Kobe train from?

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

Where does the Kansai region to Kobe train arrive?

Kansai region to Kobe train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kakogawa station.

Can I drive from Kansai region to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Kansai region to Kobe is 50 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Kansai region to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 330+ hotels available in Kobe.

Kansai region to Kobe - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Kansai region to Kobe by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nishiwakishi to Kakogawatrain [30876] JR Kakogawa
2. Take the train from Kakogawa to Motomachitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid / ...
2h 26m
¥1,221–1,767
Drive 50.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kansai region to Kobecar 50.5 km
1h 2m
¥876–1,265
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kansai region to Kobetaxi 50.5 km
1h 2m
¥18,000–23,000
Train via Ao
1. Take the train from Nishiwakishi to Aotrain [30876] JR Kakogawa
2. Take the train from Ao to Suzurandaitrain [172749] Shintetsu Ao / ...
2h 36m
¥981–1,387

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Distance: 77.1 km
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Kansai region, Japan and Kobe, Japan?

You can take a train from Nihonhesokoen to Motomachi via Nishiwakishi and Kakogawa in around 2h 26m.

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