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

The cheapest way to get from Hikone to Kobe is to drive which costs ¥2200 - ¥3300 and takes 2h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hikone to Kobe is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs ¥5500 - ¥9500.

Is there a direct train between Hikone and Kobe?

No, there is no direct train from Hikone to Kobe station. However, there are services departing from Minamihikone and arriving at Shin-Kōbe Station via Maibara and Shin-Ōsaka Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Hikone to Kobe?

The distance between Hikone and Kobe is 145 km. The road distance is 130.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Hikone to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs ¥5500 - ¥9500.

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

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Hikone to Kobe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hikone to Kobe train from?

Hikone to Kobe train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Maibara station.

Where does the Hikone to Kobe train arrive?

Hikone to Kobe train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Can I drive from Hikone to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Hikone to Kobe is 130 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Hikone to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 298+ hotels available in Kobe.

Hikone to Kobe - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Hikone to Kobe by train or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Maibara to Shin-Ōsaka Stationtrain Kodama / ...
1h 29m
¥5,525–9,454
Drive 130.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Hikone to Kobecar 130.4 km
2h 2m
¥2,250–3,250
Train via Kyoto
1. Take the train from Minamihikone to Kyōtotrain [21833] Jr Biwako
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Shin-Kōbe Stationtrain Nozomi / ...
1h 31m
Train via Kyoto #2
1. Take the train from Minamihikone to Kyōtotrain [21833] Jr Biwako
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Sannomiyatrain A: Special Rapid Service
2h 6m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 145.4 km
Duration: 1h 29m

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Maibara to Shin-Ōsaka Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥3,800–6,000 and the journey takes 47 min. Japan Railways Limited Express also services this route twice daily.

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