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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Shimizu-ku is to drive which costs ¥6000 - ¥9500 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Shimizu-ku is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs ¥6000 - ¥9500.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Kobe to Shimizu-ku. However, there are services departing from Sannomiya BT and arriving at Tomei Shizuoka via Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 51m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Kobe to Shimizu-ku. However, there are services departing from Shin Kobe and arriving at Shinshimizu via Shinshizuoka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Kobe to Shimizu-ku?

The distance between Kobe and Shimizu-ku is 402 km. The road distance is 372 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Shimizu-ku without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Kobe to Shimizu-ku, including transfers.

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

Kobe to Shimizu-ku bus services, operated by Meitetsu Bus, depart from Sannomiya BT station.

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

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

Train or bus from Kobe to Shimizu-ku?

The best way to get from Kobe to Shimizu-ku is to train which takes 3h and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥17000 - ¥21000 and takes 7h 51m.

Where does the Kobe to Shimizu-ku bus arrive?

Kobe to Shimizu-ku bus services, operated by Meitetsu Bus, arrive at Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit.

Where does the Kobe to Shimizu-ku train arrive?

Kobe to Shimizu-ku train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shizuoka station.

Can I drive from Kobe to Shimizu-ku?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Shimizu-ku is 372 km. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Kobe to Shimizu-ku.

Where can I stay near Shimizu-ku?

There are 157+ hotels available in Shimizu-ku.

Kobe to Shimizu-ku - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kobe to Shimizu-ku by train, bus, night bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shin Kobe to Shizuokatrain Hikari
3h
Drive 372 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kobe to Shimizu-kucar 372 km
4h 20m
¥6,459–9,330
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sannomiya BT to Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exitbus
2. Take the bus from Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit to Tomei Shizuokabus
7h 51m
¥17,760–20,260
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Ōsaka to Oshikirinightbus
10h 11m
¥11,376–14,702

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Distance: 402.5 km
Duration: 3h

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

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shin Kobe to Shizuoka every 2 hours, and the journey takes 2h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sannomiya BT to Shimizu-ku via Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit and Tomei Shizuoka in around 7h 51m.

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