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

The cheapest way to get from Kitahama to Kobe is to train via Motomachi which costs ¥1500 - ¥2300 and takes 2h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kitahama to Kobe is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs ¥1700 - ¥2600.

Is there a direct train between Kitahama and Kobe?

No, there is no direct train from Kitahama to Kobe. However, there are services departing from Wani and arriving at Shin Kobe via Kyoto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Kitahama to Kobe?

The distance between Kitahama and Kobe is 97 km. The road distance is 100.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kitahama to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Kitahama to Kobe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kitahama to Kobe train from?

Kitahama to Kobe train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Wani station.

Where does the Kitahama to Kobe train arrive?

Kitahama to Kobe train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Kitahama to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Kitahama to Kobe is 101 km. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Kitahama to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 327+ hotels available in Kobe.

Kitahama to Kobe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kitahama to Kobe by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wani to Kyōtotrain [23032] JR Kosei / ...
2. Take the train from Kyoto to Shin Kobetrain Hikari / ...
1h 59m
Train via Motomachi
cheapest
1. Take the train from Wani to Kyōtotrain [23032] JR Kosei / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Motomachitrain JR Kyoto Line
2h 58m
¥1,560–2,239
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Wani to Kyōtotrain
2. Take the bus from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate to Osaka Itami Airport North Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kobe Sannomiya Stationbus
2h 47m
¥2,510–3,139
Drive 100.5 km
1. Drive from Kitahama to Kobecar 100.5 km
1h 33m
¥1,779–2,570

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Distance: 96.9 km
Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Kitahama, Shiga, Japan and Kobe, Japan?

You can take a train from Wani to Shin Kobe via Kyōto and Kyoto in around 1h 59m.

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