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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Umeda is to train which costs ¥320 - ¥700 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Umeda is to train which takes 32 min and costs ¥320 - ¥700.

Is there a direct bus between Kobe and Umeda?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Kobe Sannomiya PMPT Building and arriving at WTB Osaka Umeda. This bus operates Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Umeda?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Motomachi and arriving at Ōsaka. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Kobe to Umeda?

The distance between Kobe and Umeda is 31 km. The road distance is 32.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Umeda without a car is to train which takes 32 min and costs ¥320 - ¥700.

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

The train from Motomachi to Ōsaka takes 32 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Umeda bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kobe to Umeda train from?

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

Train or bus from Kobe to Umeda?

The best way to get from Kobe to Umeda is to train which takes 32 min and costs ¥320 - ¥700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1300 - ¥1800 and takes 1h 25m.

Where does the Kobe to Umeda bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kobe to Umeda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kobe to Umeda?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Umeda is 33 km. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Kobe to Umeda.

Where can I stay near Umeda?

There are 9482+ hotels available in Umeda.

Kobe to Umeda - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Kobe to Umeda by train, bus, night bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Motomachi to Ōsakatrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid / ...
32 min
¥320–700
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kobe Sannomiya Station to Osaka Itami Airport South Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Osaka Itami Airport to Hotel New Hankyubus
1h 25m
¥1,383–1,720
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Kobe Sannomiya PMPT Building to WTB Osaka Umedanightbus Jh1651
37 min
¥750–1,100
Drive 32.9 km
1. Drive from Kobe to Umedacar 32.9 km
36 min
¥565–817
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kobe to Umedataxi 32.9 km
36 min
¥12,000–15,000

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Distance: 31.4 km
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Kobe, Japan and Umeda, Ōsaka, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Motomachi to Ōsaka every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥500–700 and the journey takes 32 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kobe Sannomiya Station to Hotel New Hankyu via Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal and Osaka Itami Airport in around 1h 25m.

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