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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Echizen is to drive which costs ¥3400 - ¥5000 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Echizen is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs ¥3400 - ¥5000.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Echizen?

No, there is no direct train from Kobe station to Echizen. However, there are services departing from Shin-Kōbe Station and arriving at Takefu via Kyōto and Tsuruga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Kobe to Echizen?

The distance between Kobe and Echizen is 198 km. The road distance is 199.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Echizen without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Kobe to Echizen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Echizen train from?

Kobe to Echizen train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Shin-Kōbe Station.

Train or bus from Kobe to Echizen?

The best way to get from Kobe to Echizen is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥6000 - ¥10000 and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the Kobe to Echizen train arrive?

Kobe to Echizen train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Kobe to Echizen?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Echizen is 199 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Kobe to Echizen.

Where can I stay near Echizen?

There are 55+ hotels available in Echizen.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Kobe to Echizen by train, 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 Shin-Kōbe Station to Kyōtotrain
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Tsurugatrain
3. Take the train from Tsuruga to Takefutrain
2h 48m
Drive 199.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kobe to Echizencar 199.2 km
3h 10m
¥3,445–4,976
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Takefu ICbus
4h 6m
¥5,979–9,680

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 198 km
Duration: 2h 48m

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

You can take a train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Takefu via Kyōto and Tsuruga in around 2h 48m. Alternatively, Keifuku Bus operates a bus from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Takefu IC twice daily. Tickets cost ¥3,700–6,000 and the journey takes 2h 56m.

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