What is the cheapest way to get from Kobe to Awaji Island?

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Awaji Island is to drive which costs ¥1200 - ¥1800 and takes 1h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kobe to Awaji Island?

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Awaji Island is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1800.

Is there a direct bus between Kobe and Awaji Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sannomiya BT and arriving at Sumoto Kosoku Bus Center. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Kobe to Awaji Island?

The distance between Kobe and Awaji Island is 69 km. The road distance is 73.7 km.

How do I travel from Kobe to Awaji Island without a car?

The best way to get from Kobe to Awaji Island without a car is to bus which takes 1h 28m and costs ¥1890.

How long does it take to get from Kobe to Awaji Island?

The bus from Sannomiya BT to Sumoto Kosoku Bus Center takes 1h 28m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Awaji Island bus from?

Kobe to Awaji Island bus services, operated by Awaji Kotsu, depart from Sannomiya BT station.

Where does the Kobe to Awaji Island bus arrive?

Kobe to Awaji Island bus services, operated by Awaji Kotsu, arrive at Sumoto Kosoku Bus Center station.

Can I drive from Kobe to Awaji Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Awaji Island is 74 km. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Kobe to Awaji Island.

Where can I stay near Awaji Island?

There are 305+ hotels available in Awaji Island.

Kobe to Awaji Island - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Kobe to Awaji Island by bus, car, taxi, or train

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sannomiya BT to Sumoto Kosoku Bus Centerbus
1h 28m
¥1,890
Drive 73.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kobe to Minamiawajicar 73.7 km
1h 5m
¥1,232–1,779
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kobe to Minamiawajitaxi 73.7 km
1h 5m
¥26,000–32,000
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Motomachi to Maikotrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid / ...
2. Take the bus from Kosoku Maiko to Sumoto Kosoku Bus Centerbus
1h 41m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kobe to Awaji Island.

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Distance: 69.2 km
Duration: 1h 28m

What companies run services between Kobe, Japan and Awaji Island, Hyōgo, Japan?

Awaji Kotsu operates a bus from Sannomiya BT to Sumoto Kosoku Bus Center hourly. Tickets cost ¥1,890 and the journey takes 1h 28m.

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