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

The cheapest way to get from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Sannomiya is to drive which costs ¥450 - ¥700 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Sannomiya is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs ¥10000 - ¥13000.

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

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 Sannomiya?

No, there is no direct train from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Sannomiya. However, there are services departing from Universal-city and arriving at Kobe-Sannomiya(Hanshin) via Nishikujo and Amagasaki(Hanshin). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Sannomiya?

The distance between Universal Studios Japan and Kobe Sannomiya is 28 km. The road distance is 26.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Sannomiya without a car is to bus which takes 43 min and costs ¥800.

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

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 Sannomiya bus from?

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

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

Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Sannomiya train services, operated by Hanshin Electric Railway, depart from Nishikujo station.

Train or bus from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Sannomiya?

The best way to get from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Sannomiya is to bus which takes 43 min and costs ¥800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥650 - ¥1000 and takes 1h 7m.

Where does the Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Sannomiya bus arrive?

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

Where does the Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Sannomiya train arrive?

Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Sannomiya train services, operated by Hanshin Electric Railway, arrive at Amagasaki(Hanshin) station.

Can I drive from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Sannomiya?

Yes, the driving distance between Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Sannomiya is 26 km. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Sannomiya.

Where can I stay near Kobe Sannomiya?

There are 331+ hotels available in Kobe Sannomiya.

Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Sannomiya - 7 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Sannomiya by bus, train, night bus, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Sannomiya BTbus
43 min
¥800
Drive 26.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Sannomiyacar 26.2 km
27 min
¥455–656
Train
1. Take the train from Nishikujo to Amagasaki(Hanshin)train [107572] Hanshin Namba / ...
2. Take the train from Amagasaki(Hanshin) to Kobe-Sannomiya(Hanshin)train [105767] Hanshin Main Line Rapid Exp. / ...
1h 7m
¥657–955
Night bus
1. Take the nightbus from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Sannomiyanightbus Jx361
12h 17m
¥6,500–12,000
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Sannomiyataxi 26.2 km
27 min
¥10,000–13,000
Train via Kobe-Sannomiya
1. Take the train from Amagasaki to Kobe-Sannomiyatrain Hanshin Main Line Local / ...
1h 10m
¥657–955
Bus via Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal
1. Take the bus from Universal Studios Japan to Osaka Itami Airport North Terminalbus J
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kobe Sannomiya Stationbus
1h 45m
¥1,448–2,040

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Distance: 28.2 km
Duration: 43 min

What companies run services between Universal Studios Japan and Kobe Sannomiya, 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-Sannomiya(Hanshin) via Universal-city, Nishikujo, and Amagasaki(Hanshin) in around 1h 7m.

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