What is the cheapest way to get from Shimbashi to Kobe?

The cheapest way to get from Shimbashi to Kobe is to train which costs ¥2100 - ¥3100 and takes 1h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shimbashi to Kobe?

The fastest way to get from Shimbashi to Kobe is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs ¥2100 - ¥3100.

Is there a direct train between Shimbashi and Kobe?

No, there is no direct train from Shimbashi to Kobe. However, there are services departing from Saidaiji and arriving at Shin Kobe via Okayama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Shimbashi to Kobe?

The distance between Shimbashi and Kobe is 146 km. The road distance is 131.3 km.

How do I travel from Shimbashi to Kobe without a car?

The best way to get from Shimbashi to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs ¥2100 - ¥3100.

How long does it take to get from Shimbashi to Kobe?

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Shimbashi to Kobe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shimbashi to Kobe train from?

Shimbashi to Kobe train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Saidaiji station.

Where does the Shimbashi to Kobe train arrive?

Shimbashi to Kobe train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Okayama station.

Can I drive from Shimbashi to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimbashi to Kobe is 131 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Shimbashi to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 331+ hotels available in Kobe.

Shimbashi to Kobe - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Saidaiji to Okayamatrain [31226] JR Ako / ...
2. Take the train from Okayama to Shin Kobetrain Sakura
1h 38m
¥2,146–3,041
Drive 131.3 km
1. Drive from Shimbashi to Kobecar 131.3 km
2h 8m
¥2,253–3,253
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shimbashi to Okayama Sta.bus
2. Take the train from Okayama to Nishi Akashitrain
3. Take the train from Nishi-Akashi to Motomachitrain
3h 16m

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Distance: 145.8 km
Duration: 1h 38m

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

You can take a vehicle from Shimbashi to Shin Kobe via Saidaiji and Okayama in around 1h 38m.

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