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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Kobe is to train via Juso which costs ¥700 - ¥900 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Kobe is to train which takes 55 min and costs ¥1100 - ¥1600.

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto and Kobe?

No, there is no direct bus from Kyoto station to Kobe station. However, there are services departing from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi and arriving at Kobe Sannomiya Station via Kyoto Station Hachijou gate and Osaka Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Kobe?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kyōto and arriving at Sannomiya. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Kyoto to Kobe?

The distance between Kyoto and Kobe is 74 km. The road distance is 74.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs ¥1100 - ¥1600.

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

The train from Kyōto to Sannomiya takes 55 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Kobe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Kobe train from?

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

Train or bus from Kyoto to Kobe?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Kobe is to train which takes 55 min and costs ¥1100 - ¥1600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2000 - ¥2500 and takes 2h 22m.

Where does the Kyoto to Kobe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kyoto to Kobe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kyoto to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Kobe is 75 km. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Kyoto to Kobe.

How do I get a train ticket from Kyoto to Kobe?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Sannomiyatrain A: Special Rapid Service / ...
55 min
¥1,100–1,600
Train via Juso
cheapest
1. Take the train from Omiya to Jusotrain Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
2. Take the train from Juso to Kobe-sannomiyatrain Kobe Line Local / ...
1h 41m
¥700–870
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 22m
¥2,071–2,501
Drive 74.8 km
1. Drive from Kyoto to Kobecar 74.8 km
1h 12m
¥1,286–1,857
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Kobetaxi 74.8 km
1h 12m
¥27,000–32,000

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Distance: 73.8 km
Duration: 55 min

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kyōto to Sannomiya 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥1,100–1,600 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Kobe Sannomiya Station via Shiokoji Takakura, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal, and Osaka Airport in around 2h 22m.

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