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

The cheapest way to get from Esaka to Kobe is to subway and train via Kobe-sannomiya which costs ¥500 - ¥700 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Esaka to Kobe is to drive which takes 36 min and costs ¥550 - ¥850.

Is there a direct train between Esaka and Kobe?

No, there is no direct train from Esaka to Kobe. However, there are services departing from Esaka and arriving at Motomachi via Ōsaka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Esaka to Kobe?

The distance between Esaka and Kobe is 38 km. The road distance is 33.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Esaka to Kobe without a car is to subway and train via Ōsaka which takes 45 min and costs ¥650 - ¥1000.

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

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Esaka to Kobe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Esaka to Kobe train from?

Esaka to Kobe train services, operated by Osaka Metro, depart from Esaka station.

Where does the Esaka to Kobe train arrive?

Esaka to Kobe train services, operated by Osaka Metro, arrive at Umeda station.

Can I drive from Esaka to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Esaka to Kobe is 34 km. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Esaka to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 327+ hotels available in Kobe.

Esaka to Kobe - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Esaka to Kobe by subway, train, car, or taxi

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Subway, train via Ōsaka
best
1. Take the subway from Esaka to Umedasubway Midosuji
2. Take the train from Ōsaka to Motomachitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid / ...
45 min
¥690–957
Subway, train via Kobe-sannomiya
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Esaka to Umedasubway Midosuji
2. Take the train from Osaka-umeda to Kobe-sannomiyatrain Kobe Line Local / ...
57 min
¥540–667
Drive 33.7 km
1. Drive from Esaka to Kobecar 33.7 km
36 min
¥579–836
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Esaka to Kobetaxi 33.7 km
36 min
¥12,000–16,000
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Esaka to Shin-Ōsaka Stationsubway Midosuji
2. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Shin Kobetrain Kodama / ...
48 min
¥669–932

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Distance: 38.3 km
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Esaka, Japan and Kobe, Japan?

There is no direct connection from Esaka to Kobe. However, you can take the subway to Umeda, walk to Ōsaka, then take the train to Motomachi. Alternatively, you can drive from Esaka to Kobe in around 36 min.

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