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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe (Station) to Kyoto is to drive which costs ¥1100 - ¥1700 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe (Station) to Kyoto is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs ¥1100 - ¥1700.

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

No, there is no direct train from Kobe (Station) to Kyoto. However, there are services departing from Island Kitaguchi and arriving at Kyōto via Sumiyoshi and Ashiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

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

The distance between Kobe (Station) and Kyoto is 72 km. The road distance is 67.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe (Station) to Kyoto without a car is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1900.

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

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Kobe (Station) to Kyoto, including transfers.

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

Kobe (Station) to Kyoto train services, operated by Kobe New Transit, depart from Island Kitaguchi station.

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

Kobe (Station) to Kyoto train services, operated by Kobe New Transit, arrive at Sumiyoshi(Hyogo/Jr) station.

Can I drive from Kobe (Station) to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe (Station) to Kyoto is 68 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Kobe (Station) to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3737+ hotels available in Kyoto.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Island Kitaguchi to Sumiyoshi(Hyogo/Jr)train
2. Take the train from Sumiyoshi to Ashiyatrain
3. Take the train from Ashiya to Kyōtotrain
1h 32m
¥1,270–1,810
Drive 67.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kobe (Station) to Kyotocar 67.8 km
1h 3m
¥1,178–1,701
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kobe (Station) to Kyototaxi 67.8 km
1h 3m
¥24,000–30,000
Train via Osaka-Umeda
1. Take the train from Uozaki to Osaka-Umedatrain Hanshin Main Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Ōsaka to Kyōtotrain A: JR Kyōto Line Rapid / ...
2h 6m
¥1,240–1,750

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Distance: 71.9 km
Duration: 1h 32m

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

You can take a vehicle from Kobe (Station) to Kyōto via Island Kitaguchi, Sumiyoshi, and Ashiya in around 1h 32m.

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