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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Fukushima is to bus which costs ¥8000 - ¥22000 and takes 15h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Fukushima is to fly and train which takes 4h 4m and costs ¥16000 - ¥26000.

Is there a direct bus between Kobe and Fukushima?

No, there is no direct bus from Kobe to Fukushima station. However, there are services departing from Kobe Sannomiya PMTP Building and arriving at Fukushima Station East Exit via Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Fukushima?

No, there is no direct train from Kobe station to Fukushima. However, there are services departing from Shin-Kōbe Station and arriving at Fukushima via Tōkyō Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Kobe to Fukushima?

The distance between Kobe and Fukushima is 799 km. The road distance is 740.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Fukushima without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs ¥19000 - ¥28000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Kobe to Fukushima, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Fukushima bus from?

Kobe to Fukushima bus services, operated by Willer Express, depart from Kobe Sannomiya PMTP Building station.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Fukushima train from?

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

Train or bus from Kobe to Fukushima?

The best way to get from Kobe to Fukushima is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs ¥19000 - ¥28000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥8000 - ¥22000 and takes 15h 19m.

Where does the Kobe to Fukushima bus arrive?

Kobe to Fukushima bus services, operated by Willer Express, arrive at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Kobe to Fukushima train arrive?

Kobe to Fukushima train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Tōkyō Station.

Can I drive from Kobe to Fukushima?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Fukushima is 740 km. It takes approximately 9h 49m to drive from Kobe to Fukushima.

Where can I stay near Fukushima?

There are 61+ hotels available in Fukushima.

Kobe to Fukushima - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Kobe to Fukushima by train, bus, night 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 Tōkyō Stationtrain Nozomi
2. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Fukushimatrain Yamabiko / ...
4h 30m
¥19,275–27,445
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kobe Sannomiya PMTP Building to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Fukushima Station East Exitbus Abukuma
15h 19m
¥8,200–21,500
Train, night bus
1. Take the train from Sannomiya to Kyōtotrain A: Special Rapid Service
2. Take the night bus from Kyoto Station Hachijo gate to Fukushima Station East-Gatenightbus Galaxy
12h 38m
¥13,567–16,597
Drive 740.4 km
1. Drive from Kobe to Fukushimacar 740.4 km
9h 49m
¥12,662–18,290
Fly Osaka International Airport to Sendai Airport, train
1. Fly from Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Sendai Airport (SDJ)plane ITM - SDJ
2. Take the train from Sendai Airport to Sendai(Miyagi/Jr)train
3. Take the train from Sendai to Fukushimatrain
4h 20m
¥16,483–45,570
Fly Kobe to Sendai Airport, train
1. Fly from Kobe (UKB) to Sendai Airport (SDJ)plane UKB - SDJ
2. Take the train from Sendai to Fukushimatrain
4h 4m
¥16,810–25,750
Fly Osaka International Airport to Fukushima, train
1. Fly from Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Fukushima (FKS)plane ITM - FKS
2. Take the train from Izumigo to Koriyama(Fukushima)train
3. Take the train from Kōriyama to Fukushimatrain
4h 48m
¥43,013–88,120
Fly Kobe to Tokyo International Airport, train
1. Fly from Kobe (UKB) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)plane UKB - HND
2. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Fukushimatrain
4h 49m
¥18,300–30,070
Fly Osaka International Airport to Yamagata Airport, train
1. Fly from Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Yamagata Airport (GAJ)plane ITM - GAJ
2. Take the train from Sakurambohigashine to Fukushimatrain
5h 57m
¥20,183–52,570

Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Sendai Airport (SDJ) flights

112Weekly Planes

1h 12mAverage Duration

¥10,605Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kobe to Fukushima.

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Distance: 798.9 km
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Fukushima via Tōkyō Station in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kobe Sannomiya PMTP Building to Fukushima Station East Exit via Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal in around 15h 19m.

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