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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Kurashiki to Kobe Sannomiya is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs ¥2100 - ¥3100.

Is there a direct bus between Kurashiki and Kobe Sannomiya?

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 Sannomiya?

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 Sannomiya?

The distance between Kurashiki and Kobe Sannomiya is 148 km. The road distance is 164.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kurashiki to Kobe Sannomiya without a car is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs ¥2100 - ¥3100.

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

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Kurashiki to Kobe Sannomiya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kurashiki to Kobe Sannomiya bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kurashiki to Kobe Sannomiya train from?

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

Train or bus from Kurashiki to Kobe Sannomiya?

The best way to get from Kurashiki to Kobe Sannomiya is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs ¥2100 - ¥3100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3050 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Kurashiki to Kobe Sannomiya bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kurashiki to Kobe Sannomiya train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kurashiki to Kobe Sannomiya?

Yes, the driving distance between Kurashiki to Kobe Sannomiya is 165 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Kurashiki to Kobe Sannomiya.

Where can I stay near Kobe Sannomiya?

There are 331+ hotels available in Kobe Sannomiya.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Kurashiki to Kobe Sannomiya 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 34m
¥2,181–3,090
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain 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 164.5 km
1. Drive from Kurashiki to Kobe Sannomiyacar 164.5 km
2h 22m
¥2,851–4,117
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kojima to Takamatsu(Kagawa)train [31514] Marine-Liner 21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Takamatsu Station to Sannomiya BTbus Takamatsu Express Kobe
4h 52m
¥5,813–6,299

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Distance: 148.2 km
Duration: 1h 34m

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

You can take a train from Kurashiki to Kobe Sannomiya via Okayama and Shin Kobe in around 1h 34m. 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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