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

The cheapest way to get from Okayama to Kobe is to train which costs ¥1900 - ¥2700 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Okayama to Kobe is to train which takes 38 min and costs ¥1900 - ¥2700.

Is there a direct bus between Okayama and Kobe?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Okayama and arriving at Sannomiya BT. Services depart twice a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Okayama and Kobe?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Okayama and arriving at Shin Kobe. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Okayama to Kobe?

The distance between Okayama and Kobe is 131 km. The road distance is 138.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Okayama to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs ¥1900 - ¥2700.

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

The train from Okayama to Shin Kobe takes 38 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Okayama to Kobe bus from?

Okayama to Kobe bus services, operated by Ryobi Bus, depart from Okayama station.

Where do I catch the Okayama to Kobe train from?

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

Train or bus from Okayama to Kobe?

The best way to get from Okayama to Kobe is to train which takes 38 min and costs ¥1900 - ¥2700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2400 - ¥3300 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Okayama to Kobe bus arrive?

Okayama to Kobe bus services, operated by Ryobi Bus, arrive at Sannomiya BT station.

Where does the Okayama to Kobe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Okayama to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Okayama to Kobe is 139 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Okayama to Kobe.

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

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Where can I stay near Kobe?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Okayama to Shin Kobetrain Sakura
38 min
¥1,900–2,700
Bus
1. Take the bus from Okayama to Sannomiya BTbus Kobe
2h 45m
¥2,400–3,300
Drive 138.8 km
1. Drive from Okayama to Kobecar 138.8 km
2h 21m
¥2,380–3,438
Train via Himeji
1. Take the train from Okayama to Himejitrain San-yō Line Local
2. Take the train from Himeji to Motomachitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
2h 35m
¥2,185–3,151

Okayama to Kobe by train

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38 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 130.6 km
Duration: 38 min

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Okayama to Shin Kobe hourly. Tickets cost ¥1,900–2,700 and the journey takes 38 min. JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Ryobi Bus operates a bus from Okayama to Sannomiya BT twice daily. Tickets cost ¥3,050 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Chutetsu Bus also services this route twice a week.

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