What is the cheapest way to get from Kobe to Kōya San?

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Kōya San is to drive which costs ¥1600 - ¥2400 and takes 1h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kobe to Kōya San?

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Kōya San is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2400.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Kōya San?

No, there is no direct train from Kobe to Kōya San. However, there are services departing from Shin Kobe and arriving at Kōyasan-eki via Shin-Ōsaka Station, Shinimamiya, Hashimoto(Wakayama) and Gokurakubashi Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Kobe to Kōya San?

The distance between Kobe and Kōya San is 102 km. The road distance is 95.7 km.

How do I travel from Kobe to Kōya San without a car?

The best way to get from Kobe to Kōya San without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs ¥2200 - ¥2700.

How long does it take to get from Kobe to Kōya San?

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Kobe to Kōya San, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Kōya San train from?

Kobe to Kōya San train services, operated by Nankai Electric Railway, depart from Shinimamiya station.

Where does the Kobe to Kōya San train arrive?

Kobe to Kōya San train services, operated by Nankai Electric Railway, arrive at Hashimoto(Wakayama) station.

Can I drive from Kobe to Kōya San?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Kōya San is 96 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Kobe to Kōya San.

Where can I stay near Kōya San?

There are 92+ hotels available in Kōya San.

Kobe to Kōya San - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kobe to Kōya San by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shinimamiya to Hashimoto(Wakayama)train [94703] Nankai Koya Line Exp. / ...
2. Take the train from Hashimoto(Wakayama) to Gokurakubashitrain [95057] Nankai Koya / ...
2h 40m
¥2,238–2,682
Drive 95.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kobe to Kōya Sancar 95.7 km
1h 47m
¥1,662–2,401
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Motomachi(Hyogo) to Matsuiyamatetrain [26937] JR Gakkentoshi Line Local / ...
2. Take the bus from Highway Kyotanabe to Koyakeisatsu-maebus
5h 26m
¥3,772–4,226

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Distance: 102.1 km
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Kobe, Japan and Kōya San, Japan?

You can take a train from Shin Kobe to Kōyasan-eki via Shin Osaka, Shin-Ōsaka Station, Dobutsuen-Mae, Shinimamiya, Hashimoto(Wakayama), Gokurakubashi, and Gokurakubashi Station in around 2h 40m.

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