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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Hashima is to drive which costs ¥3100 - ¥4600 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Hashima is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs ¥7500 - ¥12000.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Hashima?

No, there is no direct train from Kobe station to Hashima. However, there are services departing from Shin-Kōbe Station and arriving at Gifu-Hashima via Nagoya Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Kobe to Hashima?

The distance between Kobe and Hashima is 228 km. The road distance is 185.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Hashima without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs ¥7500 - ¥12000.

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

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Kobe to Hashima, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Hashima train from?

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

Train or bus from Kobe to Hashima?

The best way to get from Kobe to Hashima is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs ¥7500 - ¥12000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥5500 - ¥7500 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Kobe to Hashima train arrive?

Kobe to Hashima train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Nagoya Station.

Can I drive from Kobe to Hashima?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Hashima is 186 km. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Kobe to Hashima.

Where can I stay near Hashima?

There are 228+ hotels available in Hashima.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Kobe to Hashima 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 Nagoya StationNozomi
1h 25m
¥7,909–11,909
Drive 185.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kobe to Hashima185.9 km
2h 26m
¥3,129–4,519
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sannomiya BT to Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit
3h 40m
¥5,560–7,060
Train via Kyoto
1. Take the train from Sannomiya to KyōtoA: Special Rapid Service
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Gifu-HashimaKodama
2h 23m
¥6,467–9,597

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 227.6 km
Duration: 1h 25m

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Nagoya Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥5,500–8,500 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Alternatively, Meitetsu Bus operates a bus from Sannomiya BT to Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit 5 times a day. Tickets cost ¥3,460 and the journey takes 3h 16m.

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