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

The cheapest way to get from Okayama to Kobe Sannomiya is to train which costs ¥1900 - ¥2700 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Okayama to Kobe Sannomiya is to train which takes 57 min and costs ¥1900 - ¥2700.

Is there a direct bus between Okayama and Kobe Sannomiya?

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 Sannomiya?

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 Sannomiya?

The distance between Okayama and Kobe Sannomiya is 132 km. The road distance is 140.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Okayama to Kobe Sannomiya without a car is to train which takes 57 min and costs ¥1900 - ¥2700.

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

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 Sannomiya bus from?

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

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

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

Train or bus from Okayama to Kobe Sannomiya?

The best way to get from Okayama to Kobe Sannomiya is to train which takes 57 min and costs ¥1900 - ¥2700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2400 - ¥3300 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Okayama to Kobe Sannomiya bus arrive?

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

Where does the Okayama to Kobe Sannomiya train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Okayama to Kobe Sannomiya?

Yes, the driving distance between Okayama to Kobe Sannomiya is 141 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Okayama to Kobe Sannomiya.

Where can I stay near Kobe Sannomiya?

There are 330+ hotels available in Kobe Sannomiya.

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Okayama to Shin Kobetrain Sakura
57 min
¥1,900–2,700
Bus
1. Take the bus from Okayama to Sannomiya BTbus Kobe
2h 45m
¥2,400–3,300
Drive 140.7 km
1. Drive from Okayama to Kobe Sannomiyacar 140.7 km
2h 16m
¥2,441–3,525
Train via Nishi Akashi
1. Take the train from Okayama to Nishi Akashitrain Hikari
2. Take the train from Nishi-Akashi to Motomachitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Local / ...
1h 47m

Okayama to Kobe Sannomiya by train and foot

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Distance: 132.3 km
Duration: 57 min

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