What is the cheapest way to get from Kobe to Iya Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Iya Valley is to drive which costs ¥3200 - ¥4800 and takes 2h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kobe to Iya Valley?

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Iya Valley is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs ¥3200 - ¥4800.

Is there a direct bus between Kobe and Iya Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Kobe to Iya Valley. However, there are services departing from 神戸三宮 and arriving at 祖谷大橋 via 大歩危峡. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Kobe to Iya Valley?

The distance between Kobe and Iya Valley is 265 km. The road distance is 198 km.

How do I travel from Kobe to Iya Valley without a car?

The best way to get from Kobe to Iya Valley without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 49m and costs ¥7500 - ¥13000.

How long does it take to get from Kobe to Iya Valley?

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Kobe to Iya Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Iya Valley bus from?

Kobe to Iya Valley bus services, operated by Shikoku Kotsu, depart from 神戸三宮 station.

Where does the Kobe to Iya Valley bus arrive?

Kobe to Iya Valley bus services, operated by Shikoku Kotsu, arrive at 大歩危峡 station.

Can I drive from Kobe to Iya Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Iya Valley is 198 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Kobe to Iya Valley.

Where can I stay near Iya Valley?

There are 76+ hotels available in Iya Valley.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Kobe to Iya Valley 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Okayamatrain
2. Take the train from Okayama to Oboketrain
3. Take the bus from 大歩危橋 to ひの字渓谷bus 祖谷線
4h 49m
¥7,902–12,120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 神戸三宮 to 大歩危峡bus 神戸線
5h 52m
¥910–6,300
Drive 198 km
1. Drive from Kobe to Iya Valleycar 198 km
2h 51m
¥3,295–4,759
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shin-Kobe Station to Tokushima Stationbus Awa Express Kobe
2. Take the train from Tokushima to Awa-Ikedatrain [187626] Ltd. Exp Tsurugisan 1 / ...
6h 54m
¥6,210–9,000

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kobe to Iya Valley.

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Distance: 264.7 km
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Kobe, Japan and Iya Valley, Japan?

Shikoku Kotsu operates a bus from 神戸三宮 to 大歩危峡 twice a week. Tickets cost ¥800–5,500 and the journey takes 4h 3m.

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