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

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Kobe Sannomiya is to train which costs ¥330 - ¥750 and takes 41 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Osaka to Kobe Sannomiya is to drive which takes 36 min and costs ¥500 - ¥800.

Is there a direct bus between Osaka and Kobe Sannomiya?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Osaka-Umeda and arriving at Kobe Sannomiya. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Osaka and Kobe Sannomiya?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nakatsu and arriving at Sannomiya. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Osaka to Kobe Sannomiya?

The distance between Osaka and Kobe Sannomiya is 33 km. The road distance is 31.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Osaka to Kobe Sannomiya without a car is to train which takes 41 min and costs ¥330 - ¥750.

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

The train from Nakatsu to Sannomiya takes 41 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

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

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

Osaka to Kobe Sannomiya train services, operated by Hankyu Railway, depart from Nakatsu station.

Train or bus from Osaka to Kobe Sannomiya?

The best way to get from Osaka to Kobe Sannomiya is to train which takes 41 min and costs ¥330 - ¥750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1300 - ¥1800 and takes 1h 37m.

Where does the Osaka to Kobe Sannomiya bus arrive?

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

Where does the Osaka to Kobe Sannomiya train arrive?

Osaka to Kobe Sannomiya train services, operated by Hankyu Railway, arrive at Sannomiya station.

Can I drive from Osaka to Kobe Sannomiya?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka to Kobe Sannomiya is 31 km. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Osaka to Kobe Sannomiya.

Where can I stay near Kobe Sannomiya?

There are 329+ hotels available in Kobe Sannomiya.

Osaka to Kobe Sannomiya - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Osaka to Kobe Sannomiya by train, bus, night bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nakatsu to Sannomiyatrain Hankyu Kobe Line
41 min
¥330–750
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
1h 37m
¥1,355–1,750
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Osaka-Umeda to Kobe Sannomiyanightbus Jx361
12h 38m
¥7,000–13,000
Drive 31.1 km
1. Drive from Osaka to Kobe Sannomiyacar 31.1 km
36 min
¥541–781
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Kobe Sannomiyataxi 31.1 km
36 min
¥12,000–15,000

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Distance: 33.3 km
Duration: 41 min

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

Hankyu Railway operates a train from Nakatsu to Sannomiya every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥330–420 and the journey takes 41 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Osaka Marubiru to Kobe Sannomiya Station via Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal and Osaka Airport in around 1h 37m.

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