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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Hiroshima is to drive which costs ¥5000 - ¥7500 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Hiroshima is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs ¥7000 - ¥11000.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Hiroshima?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shin-Kōbe Station station and arriving at Hiroshima. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Kobe to Hiroshima?

The distance between Kobe and Hiroshima is 272 km. The road distance is 295.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Hiroshima without a car is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs ¥7000 - ¥11000.

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

The train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Hiroshima takes 1h 13m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Hiroshima train from?

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

Where does the Kobe to Hiroshima train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kobe to Hiroshima?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Hiroshima is 295 km. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Kobe to Hiroshima.

Where can I stay near Hiroshima?

There are 676+ hotels available in Hiroshima.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Kobe to Hiroshima by train, night 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 Hiroshimatrain Nozomi / ...
1h 13m
¥7,000–11,000
Drive 295.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kobe to Hiroshimacar 295.4 km
4h 5m
¥5,009–7,235
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Sannomiya BT to Kōiki-kōen-mae Stationnightbus Karst
7h 28m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kobe to Hiroshima.

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Distance: 272.1 km
Duration: 1h 13m

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Hiroshima every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥7,000–11,000 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Alternatively, Kintetsu Bus operates a vehicle from Sannomiya BT to Kōiki-kōen-mae Station once daily, and the journey takes 6h 49m.

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