What is the cheapest way to get from Kobe(Hyogo) to Kyoto?

The cheapest way to get from Kobe(Hyogo) to Kyoto is to train via Juso which costs ¥700 - ¥900 and takes 1h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kobe(Hyogo) to Kyoto?

The fastest way to get from Kobe(Hyogo) to Kyoto is to train which takes 56 min and costs ¥1100 - ¥1600.

Is there a direct train between Kobe(Hyogo) and Kyoto?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kōbe and arriving at Kyōto. Services depart five times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from Kobe(Hyogo) to Kyoto?

The distance between Kobe(Hyogo) and Kyoto is 76 km. The road distance is 75.1 km.

How do I travel from Kobe(Hyogo) to Kyoto without a car?

The best way to get from Kobe(Hyogo) to Kyoto without a car is to train which takes 56 min and costs ¥1100 - ¥1600.

How long does it take to get from Kobe(Hyogo) to Kyoto?

The train from Kōbe to Kyōto takes 56 min including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Kobe(Hyogo) to Kyoto train from?

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

Where does the Kobe(Hyogo) to Kyoto train arrive?

Kobe(Hyogo) to Kyoto train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Kobe(Hyogo) to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe(Hyogo) to Kyoto is 75 km. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Kobe(Hyogo) to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3741+ hotels available in Kyoto.

Kobe(Hyogo) to Kyoto - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Kobe(Hyogo) to Kyoto by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kōbe to Kyōtotrain A: Special Rapid Service / ...
56 min
¥1,100–1,600
Train via Juso
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kosoku-kobe to Jusotrain Kobe Line Limited Express / ...
2. Take the train from Juso to Omiyatrain Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
1h 52m
¥718–883
Drive 75.1 km
1. Drive from Kobe(Hyogo) to Kyotocar 75.1 km
1h 11m
¥1,304–1,883
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kobe(Hyogo) to Kyototaxi 75.1 km
1h 11m
¥27,000–33,000

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Distance: 76.2 km
Duration: 56 min

What companies run services between Kobe(Hyogo), Japan and Kyoto, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kōbe to Kyōto 5 times a week. Tickets cost ¥1,100–1,600 and the journey takes 56 min.

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