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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Arashiyama is to train via Juso which costs ¥900 - ¥1100 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Arashiyama is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1900.

Is there a direct bus between Kobe and Arashiyama?

No, there is no direct bus from Kobe station to Arashiyama station. However, there are services departing from Kobe Sannomiya Station and arriving at Kyoto Station Hachijou gate via Osaka Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Arashiyama?

No, there is no direct train from Kobe to Arashiyama. However, there are services departing from Shin Kobe and arriving at Saga-Arashiyama via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from Kobe to Arashiyama?

The distance between Kobe and Arashiyama is 79 km. The road distance is 72.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Arashiyama without a car is to train which takes 56 min and costs .

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

It takes approximately 56 min to get from Kobe to Arashiyama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Arashiyama bus from?

Kobe to Arashiyama bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Kobe Sannomiya Station.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Arashiyama train from?

Kobe to Arashiyama train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Shin Kobe station.

Train or bus from Kobe to Arashiyama?

The best way to get from Kobe to Arashiyama is to train which takes 56 min and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2100 - ¥2800 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Kobe to Arashiyama bus arrive?

Kobe to Arashiyama bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal station.

Where does the Kobe to Arashiyama train arrive?

Kobe to Arashiyama train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyoto station.

Can I drive from Kobe to Arashiyama?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Arashiyama is 73 km. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Kobe to Arashiyama.

Where can I stay near Arashiyama?

There are 3753+ hotels available in Arashiyama.

Kobe to Arashiyama - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Kobe to Arashiyama by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shin Kobe to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Saga-Arashiyamatrain Sagano Line Local / ...
56 min
Train via Juso
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kobe-sannomiya to Jusotrain Kobe Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Juso to Saiintrain Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
2h 16m
¥917–1,080
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kobe Sannomiya Station to Osaka Itami Airport South Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
2h 10m
¥2,183–2,760
Drive 72.9 km
1. Drive from Kobe to Arashiyamacar 72.9 km
1h 12m
¥1,266–1,828
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kobe to Arashiyamataxi 72.9 km
1h 12m
¥26,000–32,000
Train via Motomachi
1. Take the train from Motomachi to Kyōtotrain JR Kyoto Line
1h 51m
¥1,336–1,866

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Distance: 79.2 km
Duration: 56 min

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

You can take a train from Shin Kobe to Saga-Arashiyama via Kyoto and Kyōto in around 56 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kobe Sannomiya Station to Saga-Arashiyama via Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, Osaka Airport, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, and Kyōto in around 2h 10m.

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