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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Kotohira is to drive which costs ¥3000 - ¥4500 and takes 2h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Kotohira is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs ¥3000 - ¥4500.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Kotohira?

No, there is no direct train from Kobe to Kotohira. However, there are services departing from Shin Kobe and arriving at Kotohira via Okayama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Kobe to Kotohira?

The distance between Kobe and Kotohira is 195 km. The road distance is 178.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Kotohira without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Kobe to Kotohira, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Kotohira train from?

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

Where does the Kobe to Kotohira train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kobe to Kotohira?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Kotohira is 178 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Kobe to Kotohira.

Where can I stay near Kotohira?

There are 217+ hotels available in Kotohira.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shin Kobe to Okayamatrain Hikari / ...
2. Take the train from Okayama to Kotohiratrain [187012] Ltd. Exp Nanpu 5 / ...
2h 54m
Drive 178.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kobe to Kotohiracar 178.3 km
2h 39m
¥3,093–4,468
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sannomiya BT to Kenchodoribus Takamatsu Express Kobe
2. Take the train from Kawaramachi to Kotoden-Kotohiratrain Kotohira-Line
4h 13m
¥5,050–5,250

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Distance: 195.1 km
Duration: 2h 54m

What companies run services between Kobe, Japan and Kotohira, Kagawa-ken, Japan?

You can take a train from Shin Kobe to Kotohira via Okayama in around 2h 54m.

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