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 9m.

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 9m and costs ¥3400 - ¥5000.

Is there a direct bus between Kobe and Echizen?

No, there is no direct bus from Kobe station to Echizen. However, there are services departing from Shin-Ōsaka Station and arriving at Takefu IC via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Echizen?

No, there is no direct train from Kobe to Echizen. However, there are services departing from Shin Kobe and arriving at Takefu via Shin-Ōsaka Station and Tsuruga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Kobe to Echizen?

The distance between Kobe and Echizen is 198 km. The road distance is 199.1 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 53m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Kobe to Echizen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Echizen bus from?

Kobe to Echizen bus services, operated by Keifuku Bus, depart from Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Echizen train from?

Kobe to Echizen train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Train or bus from Kobe to Echizen?

The best way to get from Kobe to Echizen is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4100 - ¥7000 and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Kobe to Echizen bus arrive?

Kobe to Echizen bus services, operated by Keifuku Bus, arrive at Takefu IC station.

Where does the Kobe to Echizen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kobe to Echizen?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Echizen is 199 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Kobe to Echizen.

Where can I stay near Echizen?

There are 99+ hotels available in Echizen.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Kobe to Echizen by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Tsurugatrain Thunderbird
2. Take the train from Tsuruga to Takefutrain [28960] Hapi-Line Fukui
2h 53m
Drive 199.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kobe to Echizencar 199.1 km
3h 9m
¥3,455–4,990
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Takefu ICbus
4h 1m
¥4,177–6,661

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Distance: 198.1 km
Duration: 2h 53m

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

You can take a train from Shin Kobe to Takefu via Shin Osaka, Shin-Ōsaka Station, and Tsuruga in around 2h 53m. 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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