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

The cheapest way to get from Tanabe to Kobe is to drive which costs ¥2700 - ¥4000 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tanabe to Kobe is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs ¥2700 - ¥4000.

Is there a direct bus between Tanabe and Kobe?

No, there is no direct bus from Tanabe to Kobe station. However, there are services departing from Tanabe City Hall and arriving at Kobe Sannomiya Station via JR Namba Station and Osaka Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Tanabe and Kobe?

No, there is no direct train from Tanabe to Kobe. However, there are services departing from Kii-Tanabe and arriving at Motomachi via Ōsaka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Tanabe to Kobe?

The distance between Tanabe and Kobe is 196 km. The road distance is 159.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Tanabe to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs ¥2900 - ¥4100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Tanabe to Kobe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tanabe to Kobe bus from?

Tanabe to Kobe bus services, operated by Meiko Bus, depart from Tanabe City Hall station.

Where do I catch the Tanabe to Kobe train from?

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

Train or bus from Tanabe to Kobe?

The best way to get from Tanabe to Kobe is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs ¥2900 - ¥4100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4400 - ¥6500 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Tanabe to Kobe bus arrive?

Tanabe to Kobe bus services, operated by Meiko Bus, arrive at JR Namba station.

Where does the Tanabe to Kobe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tanabe to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Tanabe to Kobe is 159 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Tanabe to Kobe.

How do I get a train ticket from Tanabe to Kobe?

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Where can I stay near Kobe?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kii-Tanabe to Ōsakatrain Kuroshio 12 / ...
2h 49m
¥2,907–4,082
Drive 159.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tanabe to Kobecar 159.3 km
2h 8m
¥2,764–3,992
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tanabe City Hall to JR Nambabus
4h 34m
¥4,450–6,349

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Distance: 195.8 km
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Tanabe, Wakayama, Japan and Kobe, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kii-Tanabe to Ōsaka hourly. Tickets cost ¥2,400–3,400 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Alternatively, Meiko Bus operates a bus from Tanabe City Hall to JR Namba every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥3,000–4,500 and the journey takes 2h 53m.

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