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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Yamazaki is to train via Juusan which costs ¥650 - ¥850 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Yamazaki is to drive which takes 53 min and costs ¥950 - ¥1500.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Yamazaki?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Motomachi and arriving at Yamazaki. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Kobe to Yamazaki?

The distance between Kobe and Yamazaki is 60 km. The road distance is 56.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Yamazaki without a car is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs ¥900 - ¥1300.

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

The train from Motomachi to Yamazaki takes 1h 12m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Yamazaki train from?

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

Where does the Kobe to Yamazaki train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kobe to Yamazaki?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Yamazaki is 57 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Kobe to Yamazaki.

Where can I stay near Yamazaki?

There are 4023+ hotels available in Yamazaki.

Kobe to Yamazaki - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Kobe to Yamazaki by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Motomachi to Yamazakitrain JR Kyoto Line
1h 12m
¥900–1,300
Train via Juusan
cheapest
1. Take the train from Hanakuma to Juusantrain Hankyu Kobe Line Limited Express / ...
2. Take the train from Juusan to Yamazakitrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
1h 20m
¥652–811
Drive 56.7 km
1. Drive from Kobe to Yamazakicar 56.7 km
53 min
¥989–1,428
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kobe to Yamazakitaxi 56.7 km
53 min
¥20,000–25,000
Train via Shin Osaka
1. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Yamazakitrain JR Kyoto Line
1h 23m
¥887–1,261

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Distance: 60.4 km
Duration: 1h 12m

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Motomachi to Yamazaki hourly. Tickets cost ¥900–1,300 and the journey takes 1h 12m.

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