What is the cheapest way to get from Kobe to Osaka Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Osaka Castle is to drive which costs ¥550 - ¥850 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kobe to Osaka Castle?

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Osaka Castle is to drive which takes 41 min and costs ¥550 - ¥850.

Is there a direct bus between Kobe and Osaka Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Kobe station to Osaka Castle. However, there are services departing from Kobe Sannomiya Station and arriving at Herbis Osaka via Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Osaka Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Motomachi(Hyogo) and arriving at Osakajokitazume. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from Kobe to Osaka Castle?

The distance between Kobe and Osaka Castle is 50 km. The road distance is 36.5 km.

How do I travel from Kobe to Osaka Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Kobe to Osaka Castle without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs ¥750 - ¥1100.

How long does it take to get from Kobe to Osaka Castle?

The train from Motomachi(Hyogo) to Osakajokitazume takes 56 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Osaka Castle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kobe to Osaka Castle train from?

Kobe to Osaka Castle train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Motomachi(Hyogo) station.

Train or bus from Kobe to Osaka Castle?

The best way to get from Kobe to Osaka Castle is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs ¥750 - ¥1100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1600 - ¥2100 and takes 1h 55m.

Where does the Kobe to Osaka Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kobe to Osaka Castle train arrive?

Kobe to Osaka Castle train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Osakajokitazume station.

Can I drive from Kobe to Osaka Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Osaka Castle is 37 km. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Kobe to Osaka Castle.

Where can I stay near Osaka Castle?

There are 9443+ hotels available in Osaka Castle.

Kobe to Osaka Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Kobe to Osaka Castle by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Motomachi(Hyogo) to Osakajokitazumetrain [26937] JR Gakkentoshi Line Local / ...
1h 17m
¥750–1,100
Drive 36.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kobe to Osaka Castlecar 36.5 km
41 min
¥558–805
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kobe Sannomiya Station to Osaka Itami Airport South Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Osaka Itami Airport to Herbis Osakabus
1h 55m
¥1,644–2,019
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kobe to Osaka Castletaxi 36.5 km
41 min
¥16,000–20,000

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Distance: 50.3 km
Duration: 1h 17m

What companies run services between Kobe, Japan and Osaka Castle, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Motomachi(Hyogo) to Osakajokitazume every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥750–1,100 and the journey takes 56 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kobe Sannomiya Station to Osaka Castle via Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, Osaka Itami Airport, Herbis Osaka, Kitashinchi, and Osakajokitazume in around 1h 55m.

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