What is the cheapest way to get from Universal Studios Japan to Shin-Kōbe Station?

The cheapest way to get from Universal Studios Japan to Shin-Kōbe Station is to bus which costs ¥800 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Universal Studios Japan to Shin-Kōbe Station?

The fastest way to get from Universal Studios Japan to Shin-Kōbe Station is to drive which takes 45 min and costs ¥700 - ¥1100.

Is there a direct bus between Universal Studios Japan and Shin-Kōbe Station?

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 Shin-Kōbe Station?

No, there is no direct train from Universal Studios Japan to Shin-Kōbe Station station. However, there are services departing from Universal-city and arriving at Shin-Kobe Station via Nishikujo, Amagasaki and Sannomiya(Subway). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Universal Studios Japan to Shin-Kōbe Station?

The distance between Universal Studios Japan and Shin-Kōbe Station is 30 km. The road distance is 41.5 km.

How long does it take to get from Universal Studios Japan to Shin-Kōbe Station?

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 Shin-Kōbe Station bus from?

Universal Studios Japan to Shin-Kōbe Station bus services, operated by Shinki Bus, depart from Universal Studios Japan station.

Where do I catch the Universal Studios Japan to Shin-Kōbe Station train from?

Universal Studios Japan to Shin-Kōbe Station train services, operated by Hanshin Electric Railway, depart from Amagasaki station.

Train or bus from Universal Studios Japan to Shin-Kōbe Station?

The best way to get from Universal Studios Japan to Shin-Kōbe Station is to bus which takes 1h 2m and costs ¥800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥800 - ¥1200 and takes 1h 17m.

Where does the Universal Studios Japan to Shin-Kōbe Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Universal Studios Japan to Shin-Kōbe Station train arrive?

Universal Studios Japan to Shin-Kōbe Station train services, operated by Hanshin Electric Railway, arrive at Kobe-Sannomiya station.

Can I drive from Universal Studios Japan to Shin-Kōbe Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Universal Studios Japan to Shin-Kōbe Station is 41 km. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Universal Studios Japan to Shin-Kōbe Station.

Where can I stay near Shin-Kōbe Station?

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There are 6 ways to get from Universal Studios Japan to Shin-Kōbe Station by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Universal Studios Japan to Kobe Sannomiya BTbus
1h 2m
¥800
Drive 41.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Universal Studios Japan to Shin-Kōbe Stationcar 41.5 km
45 min
¥719–1,038
Train
1. Take the train from Amagasaki to Kobe-Sannomiyatrain Hanshin Main Line Local / ...
1h 17m
¥847–1,165
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Universal Studios Japan to Shin-Kōbe Stationtaxi 41.5 km
45 min
¥15,000–19,000
Train via Shin-Ōsaka Station
1. Take the train from Universal-city to Nishikujōtrain
2. Take the train from Nishikujō to Ōsakatrain
3. Take the train from Ōsaka to Shin-Ōsaka Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Shin Kobetrain
1h 23m
¥767–1,125
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
2h 6m
¥1,448–2,040

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Distance: 29.7 km
Duration: 1h 2m

What companies run services between Universal Studios Japan and Shin-Kōbe Station, 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, Hanshin Electric Railway operates a train from Amagasaki to Kobe-Sannomiya every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥370–550 and the journey takes 41 min.

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