What is the cheapest way to get from Osaka to Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu)?

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu) is to train via Nakatsu which costs ¥330 - ¥750 and takes 44 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Osaka to Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu)?

The fastest way to get from Osaka to Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu) is to train which takes 36 min and costs ¥490 - ¥700.

Is there a direct bus between Osaka and Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu)?

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(Hankyu)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Osaka and arriving at Sannomiya Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Osaka to Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu)?

The distance between Osaka and Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu) is 30 km. The road distance is 31.9 km.

How do I travel from Osaka to Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu) without a car?

The best way to get from Osaka to Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu) without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs ¥490 - ¥700.

How long does it take to get from Osaka to Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu)?

The train from Osaka to Sannomiya Station takes 36 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu) bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Osaka to Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu) train from?

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

Train or bus from Osaka to Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu)?

The best way to get from Osaka to Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu) is to train which takes 36 min and costs ¥490 - ¥700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1300 - ¥1800 and takes 1h 43m.

Where does the Osaka to Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu) bus arrive?

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

Where does the Osaka to Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu) train arrive?

Osaka to Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu) train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Sannomiya Station.

Can I drive from Osaka to Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu)?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka to Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu) is 32 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Osaka to Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu).

Where can I stay near Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu)?

There are 330+ hotels available in Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu).

Osaka to Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu) - 6 ways to travel via train, bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Osaka to Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu) by train, bus, night bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Osaka to Sannomiya Stationtrain JR Kyoto Line
36 min
¥490–700
Train via Nakatsu
cheapest
1. Take the train from Nakatsu to Sannomiyatrain Hankyu Kobe Line
44 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 43m
¥1,355–1,750
Night bus
1. Take the nightbus from Osaka-Umeda to Kobe Sannomiyanightbus Jx361
12h 44m
¥7,000–13,000
Drive 31.9 km
1. Drive from Osaka to Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu)car 31.9 km
37 min
¥553–798
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu)taxi 31.9 km
37 min
¥12,000–15,000

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Distance: 30.5 km
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Osaka, Japan and Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu), Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Osaka to Sannomiya Station hourly. Tickets cost ¥490–700 and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Osaka Marubiru to Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu) via Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal, Osaka Airport, and Kobe Sannomiya Station in around 1h 43m.

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