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

The cheapest way to get from Niihama to Kobe is to drive which costs ¥3400 - ¥5000 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Niihama to Kobe is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs ¥3400 - ¥5000.

Is there a direct train between Niihama and Kobe?

No, there is no direct train from Niihama to Kobe. However, there are services departing from Niihama and arriving at Shin Kobe via Okayama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Niihama to Kobe?

The distance between Niihama and Kobe is 254 km. The road distance is 226.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Niihama to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Niihama to Kobe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Niihama to Kobe train from?

Niihama to Kobe train services, operated by JR SHIKOKU (Shikoku Railway Company), depart from Niihama station.

Where does the Niihama to Kobe train arrive?

Niihama to Kobe train services, operated by JR SHIKOKU (Shikoku Railway Company), arrive at Okayama station.

Can I drive from Niihama to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Niihama to Kobe is 226 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Niihama to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 323+ hotels available in Kobe.

Niihama to Kobe - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Niihama to Kobe by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Niihama to Okayamatrain Ltd. Exp Shiokaze 11 / ...
2. Take the train from Okayama to Shin Kobetrain Sakura
2h 36m
Drive 226.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Niihama to Kobecar 226.2 km
3h 11m
¥3,460–4,998
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Niihama to Matsuyama(Ehime)train
2. Fly from Matsuyama Airport (MYJ) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane MYJ - ITM
4h 24m
¥15,118–27,952
Train via Himeji
1. Take the train from Niihama to Okayamatrain
2. Take the train from Okayama to Himejitrain
3. Take the train from Himeji to Motomachitrain
4h 42m

Matsuyama Airport (MYJ) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) flights

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52 minAverage Duration

¥12,100Cheapest Price

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Distance: 253.9 km
Duration: 2h 36m

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

You can take a train from Niihama to Shin Kobe via Okayama in around 2h 36m.

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