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How to get fromShimbashi to Kobeby bus, train, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Shimbashi to Kobe by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train

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    1. Take the bus from Shimbashi to Okayama-Ekimaebus bus A1 西大寺→東山・天満屋→岡山駅 / ...
    2. Take the train from Okayama to Shin Kobetrain train Sakura
    1h 35m
    ¥2,096–2,990

  2. Bus, train via Nishi Akashi

    1. Take the bus from Shimbashi to Okayama Sta.bus bus
    2. Take the train from Okayama to Nishi Akashitrain train
    3. Take the train from Nishi-Akashi to Motomachitrain train
    3h 16m

  3. Drive 131.3 km

    1. Drive from Shimbashi to Kobecar car 131.3 km
    2h 8m
    ¥2,257–3,260

Shimbashi to Kobe by bus and train

Calendar259Weekly Services
Duration1h 35mAverage Duration
Ticket¥2,096Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 143.2 km
  • Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Shimbashi, Okayama-ken, Japan and Kobe, Japan?

There is no direct connection from Shimbashi to Kobe. However, you can take the bus to Okayama-Ekimae, walk to Okayama, then take the train to Shin Kobe. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shimbashi to Motomachi via Okayama Sta., Okayama, Nishi Akashi, and Nishi-Akashi in around 3h 16m.

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