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

The cheapest way to get from Hiroshima to Kobe is to drive which costs ¥5000 - ¥7500 and takes 4h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hiroshima to Kobe is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs ¥7000 - ¥11000.

Is there a direct train between Hiroshima and Kobe?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hiroshima and arriving at Shin-Kōbe Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Hiroshima to Kobe?

The distance between Hiroshima and Kobe is 272 km. The road distance is 296 km.

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

The best way to get from Hiroshima to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs ¥7000 - ¥11000.

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

The train from Hiroshima to Shin-Kōbe Station takes 1h 15m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Hiroshima to Kobe train from?

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

Where does the Hiroshima to Kobe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hiroshima to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Hiroshima to Kobe is 296 km. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Hiroshima to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 299+ hotels available in Kobe.

Hiroshima to Kobe - 3 ways to travel via train, night bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Hiroshima to Kobe by train, night bus, 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 Hiroshima to Shin-Kōbe Stationtrain Nozomi / ...
1h 15m
¥7,000–11,000
Drive 296 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Hiroshima to Kobecar 296 km
4h 7m
¥5,019–7,249
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Kōiki-kōen-mae Station to Sannomiya BTnightbus Karst
8h 18m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Hiroshima to Kobe.

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Distance: 272.1 km
Duration: 1h 15m

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Hiroshima to Shin-Kōbe Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥7,000–11,000 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, Kintetsu Bus operates a vehicle from Kōiki-kōen-mae Station to Sannomiya BT once daily, and the journey takes 6h 45m.

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