What is the cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Kobe(Hyogo)?

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Kobe(Hyogo) is to bus via Osaka which costs ¥10500 - ¥10900 and takes 9h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tokyo to Kobe(Hyogo)?

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Kobe(Hyogo) is to fly which takes 3h 20m and costs ¥11000 - ¥55000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Kobe(Hyogo)?

No, there is no direct bus from Tokyo station to Kobe(Hyogo). However, there are services departing from Shibuya Station and arriving at Shinki Bus Sannomiya via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Kobe(Hyogo)?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Kobe(Hyogo). However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Kōbe via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Kobe(Hyogo)?

The distance between Tokyo and Kobe(Hyogo) is 552 km. The road distance is 522.6 km.

How do I travel from Tokyo to Kobe(Hyogo) without a car?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Kobe(Hyogo) without a car is to train via Kyoto which takes 4h 17m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Kobe(Hyogo)?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Tokyo to Kobe(Hyogo), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Kobe(Hyogo) bus from?

Tokyo to Kobe(Hyogo) bus services, operated by Willer Express, depart from Shibuya Station.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Kobe(Hyogo) train from?

Tokyo to Kobe(Hyogo) train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Tōkyō Station.

Train, bus or fly from Tokyo to Kobe(Hyogo)?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Kobe(Hyogo) is to train via Kyoto which takes 4h 17m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥8000 - ¥18000 and takes 8h 13m, you could also fly, which costs ¥11000 - ¥55000 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Tokyo to Kobe(Hyogo) bus arrive?

Tokyo to Kobe(Hyogo) bus services, operated by Willer Express, arrive at Shinki Bus Sannomiya station.

Where does the Tokyo to Kobe(Hyogo) train arrive?

Tokyo to Kobe(Hyogo) train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyoto station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Kobe(Hyogo)?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Kobe(Hyogo) is 523 km. It takes approximately 5h 57m to drive from Tokyo to Kobe(Hyogo).

Where can I stay near Kobe(Hyogo)?

There are 331+ hotels available in Kobe(Hyogo).

Tokyo to Kobe(Hyogo) - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 10 ways to get from Tokyo to Kobe(Hyogo) by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Kyoto
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Kōbetrain JR Kyoto Line
4h 17m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shibuya Station to Shinki Bus Sannomiyabus 9351
8h 13m
¥8,258–17,462
Drive 522.6 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Kobe(Hyogo)car 522.6 km
5h 57m
¥8,894–12,847
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Kobe
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB)plane HND - UKB
3h 20m
¥11,920–50,354
Train
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Shin Osakatrain Kodama / ...
4h 47m
Bus via Osaka
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Shin-Ōsaka Stationbus
9h 16m
¥10,550–10,850
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Osaka International Airport
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane HND - ITM
3h 48m
¥12,560–20,204
Train to Ibaraki Airport, fly to Kobe
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Ishiokatrain
2. Fly from Ibaraki Airport (IBR) to Kobe (UKB)plane IBR - UKB
4h 9m
¥19,690–44,204
Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to 空港第2ビル Narita Airport Terminal 2·3train
2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane NRT - ITM
4h 19m
¥16,173–33,855
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Tokushima Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Tokushima Airport (TKS)plane HND - TKS
2. Take the bus from Kousoku Naruto to Kousoku Maikobus
4h 38m
¥24,820–51,844

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB) flights

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1h 14mAverage Duration

¥11,329Cheapest Price

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Distance: 552.4 km
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Kobe(Hyogo), Japan?

You can take a train from Tōkyō Station to Kōbe via Kyoto and Kyōto in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, Willer Express operates a bus from Shibuya Station to Shinki Bus Sannomiya once daily. Tickets cost ¥8,000–17,000 and the journey takes 6h 55m.

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