What is the cheapest way to get from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Port Tower?

The cheapest way to get from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Port Tower is to drive which costs ¥480 - ¥750 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Port Tower?

The fastest way to get from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Port Tower is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs ¥10000 - ¥13000.

Is there a direct bus between Universal Studios Japan and Kobe Port Tower?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Universal Studios Japan and arriving at Kobe Sannomiya BT. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Universal Studios Japan and Kobe Port Tower?

No, there is no direct train from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Port Tower. However, there are services departing from Universal-city and arriving at Hanakuma via Nishikujō and Ōsaka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

How far is it from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Port Tower?

The distance between Universal Studios Japan and Kobe Port Tower is 30 km. The road distance is 28.2 km.

How do I travel from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Port Tower without a car?

The best way to get from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Port Tower without a car is to bus which takes 1h 10m and costs ¥800.

How long does it take to get from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Port Tower?

The bus from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Sannomiya BT takes 35 min including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Port Tower bus from?

Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Port Tower bus services, operated by Shinki Bus, depart from Universal Studios Japan station.

Where do I catch the Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Port Tower train from?

Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Port Tower train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Universal-city station.

Train or bus from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Port Tower?

The best way to get from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Port Tower is to bus which takes 1h 10m and costs ¥800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥500 - ¥750 and takes 1h 16m.

Where does the Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Port Tower bus arrive?

Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Port Tower bus services, operated by Shinki Bus, arrive at Kobe Sannomiya BT station.

Where does the Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Port Tower train arrive?

Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Port Tower train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Nishikujō station.

Can I drive from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Port Tower?

Yes, the driving distance between Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Port Tower is 28 km. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Port Tower.

Where can I stay near Kobe Port Tower?

There are 329+ hotels available in Kobe Port Tower.

Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Port Tower - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Port Tower by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Sannomiya BTbus
1h 10m
¥800
Drive 28.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Port Towercar 28.2 km
29 min
¥489–707
Train
1. Take the train from Universal-city to Nishikujōtrain
2. Take the train from Nishikujō to Ōsakatrain
3. Take the train from Ōsaka to Hanakumatrain
1h 16m
¥547–715
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Port Towertaxi 28.2 km
29 min
¥10,000–13,000
Train via Amagasaki
1. Take the train from Universal-city to Nishikujōtrain
2. Take the train from Nishikujo to Amagasaki(Hanshin)train
3. Take the train from Amagasaki to Nishi-Motomachitrain
1h 26m
¥677–955
Train via Shinfukushima
1. Take the train from Shinfukushima to Motomachi(Hyogo)train [26849] JR Gakkentoshi Line Local / ...
1h 31m
¥882–1,255

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Distance: 30.4 km
Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between Universal Studios Japan and Kobe Port Tower, Japan?

Shinki Bus operates a bus from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Sannomiya BT 5 times a day. Tickets cost ¥800 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Port Tower via Universal-city, Nishikujō, Ōsaka, and Hanakuma in around 1h 16m.

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