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

The cheapest way to get from Kurashiki to Kobe is to night train which costs ¥2100 - ¥3100 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kurashiki to Kobe is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs ¥2100 - ¥3100.

Is there a direct bus between Kurashiki and Kobe?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kurashiki and arriving at Sannomiya BT. Services depart four times a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Kurashiki and Kobe?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Kurashiki and arriving at Sannomiya. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Kurashiki to Kobe?

The distance between Kurashiki and Kobe is 147 km. The road distance is 162.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kurashiki to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs ¥2100 - ¥3100.

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

It takes approximately 1h 14m to get from Kurashiki to Kobe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kurashiki to Kobe bus from?

Kurashiki to Kobe bus services, operated by Ryobi Bus, depart from Kurashiki station.

Where do I catch the Kurashiki to Kobe train from?

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

Train or bus from Kurashiki to Kobe?

The best way to get from Kurashiki to Kobe is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs ¥2100 - ¥3100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3050 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Kurashiki to Kobe bus arrive?

Kurashiki to Kobe bus services, operated by Ryobi Bus, arrive at Sannomiya BT station.

Where does the Kurashiki to Kobe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kurashiki to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Kurashiki to Kobe is 163 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Kurashiki to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 330+ hotels available in Kobe.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kurashiki to Okayamatrain [31614] JR Hakubi / ...
2. Take the train from Okayama to Shin Kobetrain Sakura
1h 14m
¥2,181–3,090
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Kurashiki to Sannomiyanighttrain Sunrise Izumo
2h 14m
¥2,100–3,100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kurashiki to Sannomiya BTbus Kobe
3h 55m
¥3,050
Drive 162.6 km
1. Drive from Kurashiki to Kobecar 162.6 km
2h 27m
¥2,822–4,076
Train via Nishi Akashi
1. Take the train from Okayama to Nishi Akashitrain Hikari
2. Take the train from Nishi-Akashi to Motomachitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Local / ...
2h 51m

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Distance: 146.6 km
Duration: 1h 14m

What companies run services between Kurashiki, Japan and Kobe, Japan?

You can take a train from Kurashiki to Shin Kobe via Okayama in around 1h 14m. Alternatively, Ryobi Bus operates a bus from Kurashiki to Sannomiya BT 4 times a week. Tickets cost ¥3,050 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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