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

The cheapest way to get from Kumano to Kobe is to drive which costs ¥3100 - ¥4600 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kumano to Kobe is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs ¥3100 - ¥4600.

Is there a direct train between Kumano and Kobe?

No, there is no direct train from Kumano to Kobe. However, there are services departing from Odomari and arriving at Shin Kobe via Kumanoshi and Nagoya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Kumano to Kobe?

The distance between Kumano and Kobe is 413 km. The road distance is 182.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kumano to Kobe without a car is to train via Nagoya which takes 6h 11m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Kumano to Kobe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kumano to Kobe train from?

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

Where does the Kumano to Kobe train arrive?

Kumano to Kobe train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Nagoya Station.

Can I drive from Kumano to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Kumano to Kobe is 182 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Kumano to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 331+ hotels available in Kobe.

Kumano to Kobe - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kumano to Kobe by train or car

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Train via Nagoya
best
1. Take the train from Kumanoshi to Nagoya Stationtrain Nanki
2. Take the train from Nagoya to Shin Kobetrain Hikari / ...
6h 11m
Drive 182.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kumano to Kobecar 182.4 km
2h 45m
¥3,157–4,560
Train
1. Take the train from Shingū to Ōsakatrain Kuroshio 12
6h 30m
¥4,828–6,806

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Distance: 413.3 km
Duration: 6h 11m

What companies run services between Kumano, Mie-ken, Japan and Kobe, Japan?

You can take a train from Odomari to Shin Kobe via Kumanoshi, Nagoya Station, and Nagoya in around 6h 11m.

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