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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Kobe Port Tower is to train via Juso which costs ¥700 - ¥900 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Kobe Port Tower is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs ¥1300 - ¥1900.

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto and Kobe Port Tower?

No, there is no direct bus from Kyoto station to Kobe Port Tower 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 48m.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Kobe Port Tower?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto to Kobe Port Tower. However, there are services departing from Kyōto and arriving at Motomachi via Ashiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Kyoto to Kobe Port Tower?

The distance between Kyoto and Kobe Port Tower is 76 km. The road distance is 75.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Kobe Port Tower without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs ¥1100 - ¥1700.

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

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Kyoto to Kobe Port Tower, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Kobe Port Tower bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Kobe Port Tower train from?

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

Train or bus from Kyoto to Kobe Port Tower?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Kobe Port Tower is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs ¥1100 - ¥1700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2000 - ¥2500 and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Kyoto to Kobe Port Tower bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kyoto to Kobe Port Tower train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kyoto to Kobe Port Tower?

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

Where can I stay near Kobe Port Tower?

There are 330+ hotels available in Kobe Port Tower.

Kyoto to Kobe Port Tower - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Ashiyatrain A: Special Rapid Service
1h 15m
¥1,175–1,645
Train via Juso
cheapest
1. Take the train from Omiya to Jusotrain Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
2. Take the train from Juso to Hanakumatrain Kobe Line Limited Express / ...
1h 53m
¥710–880
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 48m
¥2,071–2,501
Drive 75.3 km
1. Drive from Kyoto to Kobe Port Towercar 75.3 km
1h 12m
¥1,309–1,891
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Kobe Port Towertaxi 75.3 km
1h 12m
¥27,000–33,000

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Distance: 75.8 km
Duration: 1h 15m

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kyōto to Ashiya every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥950–1,400 and the journey takes 46 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Kobe Port Tower via Shiokoji Takakura, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal, Osaka Airport, and Kobe Sannomiya Station in around 2h 48m.

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