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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Kobe Sannomiya is to train via Juusan which costs ¥700 - ¥900 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Kobe Sannomiya is to train which takes 51 min and costs ¥1100 - ¥1600.

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto and Kobe Sannomiya?

No, there is no direct bus from Kyoto station to Kobe Sannomiya 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 Sannomiya?

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 51 min.

How far is it from Kyoto to Kobe Sannomiya?

The distance between Kyoto and Kobe Sannomiya is 74 km. The road distance is 73.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Kobe Sannomiya without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs ¥1100 - ¥1600.

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

The train from Kyōto to Sannomiya takes 51 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Kyoto to Kobe Sannomiya?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Kobe Sannomiya is to train which takes 51 min and costs ¥1100 - ¥1600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2000 - ¥2500 and takes 2h 22m.

Where does the Kyoto to Kobe Sannomiya bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kyoto to Kobe Sannomiya train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kyoto to Kobe Sannomiya?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Kobe Sannomiya is 73 km. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Kyoto to Kobe Sannomiya.

Where can I stay near Kobe Sannomiya?

There are 331+ hotels available in Kobe Sannomiya.

Kyoto to Kobe Sannomiya - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Kyoto to Kobe Sannomiya by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Sannomiyatrain Rakuraku Harima / ...
51 min
¥1,100–1,600
Train via Juusan
cheapest
1. Take the train from Oomiya to Juusantrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
2. Take the train from Juusan to Sannomiyatrain Hankyu Kobe Line / ...
1h 39m
¥728–902
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 73.3 km
1. Drive from Kyoto to Kobe Sannomiyacar 73.3 km
1h 10m
¥1,274–1,840
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Kobe Sannomiyataxi 73.3 km
1h 10m
¥26,000–32,000
Train via Shin-Ōsaka Station
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Shin-Ōsaka Stationtrain Thunderbird / ...
2. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Sannomiyatrain JR Kyoto Line
1h 12m
¥1,169–1,659

Kyoto to Kobe Sannomiya by train

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Distance: 73.6 km
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between Kyoto, Japan and Kobe Sannomiya, 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 51 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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