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

The cheapest way to get from Takamatsu to Kobe is to car ferry which costs ¥1900 - ¥3800 and takes 5h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Takamatsu to Kobe is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs ¥3100 - ¥4400.

Is there a direct bus between Takamatsu and Kobe?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ritsurin Koenmae and arriving at Sannomiya BT. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 43m.

Is there a direct ferry between Takamatsu and Kobe?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Takamatsu and arriving at Kobe. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Takamatsu and Kobe?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Takamatsu and arriving at Sannomiya. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Takamatsu to Kobe?

The distance between Takamatsu and Kobe is 200 km. The road distance is 155.5 km.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Takamatsu to Kobe?

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

The best way to get from Takamatsu to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs ¥3100 - ¥4400.

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

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Takamatsu to Kobe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Takamatsu to Kobe bus from?

Takamatsu to Kobe bus services, operated by JR Shikoku Bus, depart from Ritsurin Koenmae station.

Where do I catch the Takamatsu to Kobe train from?

Takamatsu to Kobe train services, operated by Japan Railways (JR), depart from Takamatsu(Kagawa) station.

Train or bus from Takamatsu to Kobe?

The best way to get from Takamatsu to Kobe is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs ¥3100 - ¥4400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4500 and takes 2h 43m.

Where does the Takamatsu to Kobe bus arrive?

Takamatsu to Kobe bus services, operated by JR Shikoku Bus, arrive at Sannomiya BT station.

Where does the Takamatsu to Kobe train arrive?

Takamatsu to Kobe train services, operated by Japan Railways (JR), arrive at Okayama station.

Can I drive from Takamatsu to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Takamatsu to Kobe is 156 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Takamatsu to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 330+ hotels available in Kobe.

Takamatsu to Kobe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car ferry, and night train

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There are 5 ways to get from Takamatsu to Kobe by train, bus, car ferry, night train, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Takamatsu(Kagawa) to Okayamatrain [31528] Marine-Liner 22 / ...
2. Take the train from Okayama to Shin Kobetrain Sakura
1h 50m
¥3,173–4,385
Car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Takamatsu to Kobecarferry
5h 15m
¥1,900–3,800
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ritsurin Koenmae to Sannomiya BTbus Takamatsu Express Kobe
2h 43m
¥4,500
Night train
1. Take the night train from Takamatsu to Sannomiyanighttrain Sunrise Seto
2h 45m
¥2,900–4,100
Drive 155.5 km
1. Drive from Takamatsu to Kobecar 155.5 km
2h 14m
¥2,698–3,898

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Distance: 200.1 km
Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Takamatsu, Japan and Kobe, Japan?

You can take a train from Takamatsu(Kagawa) to Shin Kobe via Okayama in around 1h 50m. Alternatively, JR Shikoku Bus operates a bus from Ritsurin Koenmae to Sannomiya BT hourly. Tickets cost ¥4,500 and the journey takes 2h 43m.

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