What is the cheapest way to get from Rokkō Island to Kobe?

The cheapest way to get from Rokkō Island to Kobe is to drive which costs ¥210 - ¥310 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Rokkō Island to Kobe?

The fastest way to get from Rokkō Island to Kobe is to train which takes 10 min and costs ¥180 - ¥320.

Is there a direct train between Rokkō Island and Kobe?

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

How far is it from Rokkō Island to Kobe?

The distance between Rokkō Island and Kobe is 9 km. The road distance is 12.1 km.

How do I travel from Rokkō Island to Kobe without a car?

The best way to get from Rokkō Island to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 10 min and costs ¥180 - ¥320.

How long does it take to get from Rokkō Island to Kobe?

The train from Sumiyoshi to Kōbe takes 10 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Rokkō Island to Kobe train from?

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

Where does the Rokkō Island to Kobe train arrive?

Rokkō Island to Kobe train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kōbe station.

Can I drive from Rokkō Island to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Rokkō Island to Kobe is 12 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Rokkō Island to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 329+ hotels available in Kobe.

Rokkō Island to Kobe - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, car, and foot

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There are 6 ways to get from Rokkō Island to Kobe by train, taxi, car, or foot

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sumiyoshi to Kōbetrain JR Kyoto Line / ...
10 min
¥180–320
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rokkō Island to Kobetaxi 12.1 km
15 min
¥4,900–6,000
Drive 12.1 km
1. Drive from Rokkō Island to Kobecar 12.1 km
15 min
¥211–304
Walk
1. Take the foot from Rokkō Island to Kobewalk 12.1 km
2h 25m
Train via Marine Park
1. Take the train from Marine Park to Sumiyoshi(Hyogo/Jr)train [171120] Kobe Rokko Liner
2. Take the train from Sumiyoshi to Motomachitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid / ...
21 min
¥370–480
Train via Marine Park #2
1. Take the train from Marine Park to Uozakitrain [171120] Kobe Rokko Liner
2. Take the train from Uozaki to Motomachitrain Hanshin Main Line Local / ...
25 min
¥420–550

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Distance: 9.4 km
Duration: 10 min

What companies run services between Rokkō Island, Japan and Kobe, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Sumiyoshi to Kōbe every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥180–260 and the journey takes 10 min. Hanshin Electric Railway also services this route every 10 minutes.

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