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

The cheapest way to get from Kusatsu to Kobe is to train via Motomachi which costs ¥1500 - ¥2200 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kusatsu to Kobe is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs ¥1500 - ¥2300.

Is there a direct bus between Kusatsu and Kobe?

No, there is no direct bus from Kusatsu station to Kobe station. However, there are services departing from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate and arriving at Kobe Sannomiya Station via Osaka Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Kusatsu and Kobe?

No, there is no direct train from Kusatsu to Kobe. However, there are services departing from Ritto and arriving at Shin Kobe via Kyoto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Kusatsu to Kobe?

The distance between Kusatsu and Kobe is 94 km. The road distance is 91.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kusatsu to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Kusatsu to Kobe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kusatsu to Kobe bus from?

Kusatsu to Kobe bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate.

Where do I catch the Kusatsu to Kobe train from?

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

Train or bus from Kusatsu to Kobe?

The best way to get from Kusatsu to Kobe is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2300 - ¥3000 and takes 2h 31m.

Where does the Kusatsu to Kobe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kusatsu to Kobe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kusatsu to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Kusatsu to Kobe is 92 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Kusatsu to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 330+ hotels available in Kobe.

Kusatsu to Kobe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kusatsu to Kobe by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ritto to Kyōtotrain [21833] Jr Biwako / ...
2. Take the train from Kyoto to Shin Kobetrain Hikari / ...
1h 53m
Train via Motomachi
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ritto to Kyōtotrain [21833] Jr Biwako / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Motomachitrain JR Kyoto Line
2h 34m
¥1,512–2,171
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate to Osaka Itami Airport North Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kobe Sannomiya Stationbus
2h 31m
¥2,353–2,920
Drive 91.9 km
1. Drive from Kusatsu to Kobecar 91.9 km
1h 23m
¥1,580–2,282

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Distance: 93.5 km
Duration: 1h 53m

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

You can take a train from Ritto to Shin Kobe via Kyōto and Kyoto in around 1h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Seta(Shiga) to Kobe Sannomiya Station via Kyōto, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal, and Osaka Airport in around 2h 31m.

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