What is the cheapest way to get from Osaka Castle to Kobe?

The cheapest way to get from Osaka Castle to Kobe is to drive which costs ¥600 - ¥950 and takes 47 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Osaka Castle to Kobe?

The fastest way to get from Osaka Castle to Kobe is to drive which takes 47 min and costs ¥600 - ¥950.

Is there a direct bus between Osaka Castle and Kobe?

No, there is no direct bus from Osaka Castle to Kobe station. However, there are services departing from Osaka Marubiru and arriving at Kobe Sannomiya Station via Osaka Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Osaka Castle and Kobe?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Osakajokitazume and arriving at Motomachi(Hyogo). Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from Osaka Castle to Kobe?

The distance between Osaka Castle and Kobe is 50 km. The road distance is 36.5 km.

How do I travel from Osaka Castle to Kobe without a car?

The best way to get from Osaka Castle to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs ¥750 - ¥1100.

How long does it take to get from Osaka Castle to Kobe?

The train from Osakajokitazume to Motomachi(Hyogo) takes 56 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Osaka Castle to Kobe bus from?

Osaka Castle to Kobe bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Osaka Marubiru station.

Where do I catch the Osaka Castle to Kobe train from?

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

Train or bus from Osaka Castle to Kobe?

The best way to get from Osaka Castle to Kobe is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs ¥750 - ¥1100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1400 - ¥1900 and takes 2h 9m.

Where does the Osaka Castle to Kobe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Osaka Castle to Kobe train arrive?

Osaka Castle to Kobe train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Motomachi(Hyogo) station.

Can I drive from Osaka Castle to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka Castle to Kobe is 37 km. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Osaka Castle to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 330+ hotels available in Kobe.

Osaka Castle to Kobe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Osaka Castle to Kobe by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Osakajokitazume to Motomachi(Hyogo)train [26849] JR Gakkentoshi Line Local / ...
1h 17m
¥750–1,100
Drive 36.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Osaka Castle to Kobecar 36.5 km
47 min
¥628–907
Bus
1. Take the bus from Osaka Marubiru to Osaka Itami Airport North Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kobe Sannomiya Stationbus
2h 9m
¥1,439–1,873
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka Castle to Kobetaxi 36.5 km
47 min
¥14,000–17,000

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Distance: 50.3 km
Duration: 1h 17m

What companies run services between Osaka Castle, Japan and Kobe, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Osakajokitazume to Motomachi(Hyogo) every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥750–1,100 and the journey takes 56 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Osaka Castle to Kobe Sannomiya Station via Osakajokitazume, Kitashinchi, Osaka Marubiru, Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal, and Osaka Airport in around 2h 9m.

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