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

The cheapest way to get from Iwata to Kobe is to drive which costs ¥5000 - ¥7500 and takes 3h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iwata to Kobe is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs ¥7500 - ¥12000.

Is there a direct train between Iwata and Kobe?

No, there is no direct train from Iwata to Kobe station. However, there are services departing from Iwata and arriving at Shin-Kōbe Station via Hamamatsu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Iwata to Kobe?

The distance between Iwata and Kobe is 317 km. The road distance is 291.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Iwata to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs ¥7500 - ¥12000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Iwata to Kobe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iwata to Kobe train from?

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

Where does the Iwata to Kobe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Iwata to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Iwata to Kobe is 292 km. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Iwata to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 295+ hotels available in Kobe.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Iwata 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 Hamamatsu to Shin-Kōbe Stationtrain Hikari
2h 29m
¥7,500–12,000
Night bus
cheapest
1. Take the night bus from Hamamatsu to Kobe-Sannomiyanightbus Jx301
10h 33m
¥2,500–6,500
Drive 291.7 km
1. Drive from Iwata to Kobecar 291.7 km
3h 52m
¥5,017–7,246

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 316.8 km
Duration: 2h 29m

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Hamamatsu to Shin-Kōbe Station hourly. Tickets cost ¥7,500–12,000 and the journey takes 1h 44m. Alternatively, JAMJAM LINER operates a vehicle from Hamamatsu to Kobe-Sannomiya once daily. Tickets cost ¥2,500–6,500 and the journey takes 9h 20m.

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