What is the cheapest way to get from Kobe to Higashiyama-ku?

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Higashiyama-ku is to train via Ōsaka which costs ¥750 - ¥1300 and takes 1h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kobe to Higashiyama-ku?

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Higashiyama-ku is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1900.

Is there a direct bus between Kobe and Higashiyama-ku?

No, there is no direct bus from Kobe station to Higashiyama-ku. However, there are services departing from Kobe Sannomiya Station and arriving at Shijo Kawaramachi via Osaka Airport and Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Higashiyama-ku?

No, there is no direct train from Kobe to Higashiyama-ku. However, there are services departing from Shin Kobe and arriving at Gojo via Kyoto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Kobe to Higashiyama-ku?

The distance between Kobe and Higashiyama-ku is 70 km. The road distance is 73.3 km.

How do I travel from Kobe to Higashiyama-ku without a car?

The best way to get from Kobe to Higashiyama-ku without a car is to train which takes 41 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Kobe to Higashiyama-ku?

It takes approximately 41 min to get from Kobe to Higashiyama-ku, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Higashiyama-ku bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kobe to Higashiyama-ku train from?

Kobe to Higashiyama-ku train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Motomachi station.

Train or bus from Kobe to Higashiyama-ku?

The best way to get from Kobe to Higashiyama-ku is to train which takes 41 min and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1900 - ¥2600 and takes 2h 4m.

Where does the Kobe to Higashiyama-ku bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kobe to Higashiyama-ku train arrive?

Kobe to Higashiyama-ku train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Ōsaka station.

Can I drive from Kobe to Higashiyama-ku?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Higashiyama-ku is 73 km. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Kobe to Higashiyama-ku.

How do I get a train ticket from Kobe to Higashiyama-ku?

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Where can I stay near Higashiyama-ku?

There are 3780+ hotels available in Higashiyama-ku.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Kobe to Higashiyama-ku by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shin Kobe to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
41 min
Train via Ōsaka
cheapest
1. Take the train from Motomachi to Ōsakatrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid / ...
2. Take the train from Ōsaka to Kyouto Kawaramachitrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
1h 47m
¥797–1,252
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 4m
¥1,983–2,570
Drive 73.3 km
1. Drive from Kobe to Higashiyama-kucar 73.3 km
1h 9m
¥1,257–1,815
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kobe to Higashiyama-kutaxi 73.3 km
1h 9m
¥33,000–39,000
Train via Osaka
1. Take the train from Motomachi(Hyogo) to Kyobashi(Osaka)train [26937] JR Gakkentoshi Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Kyobashi(Osaka) to Gion-Shijotrain Keihan Main Line Limited Express / ...
1h 53m
¥1,218–1,666

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Distance: 69.9 km
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between Kobe, Japan and Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shin Kobe to Kyoto hourly, and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kobe Sannomiya Station to Shijo Kawaramachi via Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, Osaka Airport, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, and Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi in around 2h 4m.

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