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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Ehime is to drive which costs ¥4700 - ¥7000 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Ehime is to fly which takes 3h 7m and costs ¥11000 - ¥30000.

Is there a direct bus between Kobe and Ehime?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sannomiya BT and arriving at Okaido. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Ehime?

No, there is no direct train from Kobe station to Ehime. However, there are services departing from Shin-Kōbe Station and arriving at Matsuyama(Ehime) via Okayama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Kobe to Ehime?

The distance between Kobe and Ehime is 343 km. The road distance is 282.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Ehime without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs ¥9500 - ¥15000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Kobe to Ehime, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Ehime bus from?

Kobe to Ehime bus services, operated by JR Shikoku Bus, depart from Sannomiya BT station.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Ehime train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kobe to Ehime?

The best way to get from Kobe to Ehime is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs ¥9500 - ¥15000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4200 - ¥7500 and takes 5h 19m, you could also fly, which costs ¥11000 - ¥30000 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Kobe to Ehime bus arrive?

Kobe to Ehime bus services, operated by JR Shikoku Bus, arrive at Okaido station.

Where does the Kobe to Ehime train arrive?

Kobe to Ehime train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Okayama station.

Can I drive from Kobe to Ehime?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Ehime is 282 km. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Kobe to Ehime.

Where can I stay near Ehime?

There are 167+ hotels available in Ehime.

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

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

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 OkayamaNozomi / ...
2. Take the train from Okayama to Matsuyama(Ehime)[186881] Ltd. Exp Shiokaze 13 / ...
4h 3m
¥9,792–14,320
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sannomiya BT to Okaido
5h 19m
¥4,200–7,500
Drive 282.5 km
1. Drive from Kobe to Matsuyama282.5 km
3h 57m
¥4,795–6,926
Fly
1. Fly from Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Matsuyama Airport (MYJ)ITM - MYJ
3h 7m
¥11,033–29,370

Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Matsuyama Airport (MYJ) flights

70Weekly Planes

53 minAverage Duration

¥7,550Cheapest Price

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Distance: 342.8 km
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Matsuyama(Ehime) via Okayama in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, JR Shikoku Bus operates a bus from Sannomiya BT to Okaido every 3 hours. Tickets cost ¥7,350 and the journey takes 5h 19m. Two other operators also service this route.

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