What is the cheapest way to get from Kobe to Kochi (State)?

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Kochi (State) is to drive which costs ¥4100 - ¥6500 and takes 3h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kobe to Kochi (State)?

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Kochi (State) is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs ¥4100 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct bus between Kobe and Kochi (State)?

No, there is no direct bus from Kobe to Kochi (State). However, there are services departing from Sannomiya BT and arriving at 東工業前 via はりまや橋. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Kochi (State)?

No, there is no direct train from Kobe station to Kochi (State). However, there are services departing from Shin-Kōbe Station and arriving at Gomen via Okayama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Kobe to Kochi (State)?

The distance between Kobe and Kochi (State) is 297 km. The road distance is 245.7 km.

How do I travel from Kobe to Kochi (State) without a car?

The best way to get from Kobe to Kochi (State) without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs ¥9000 - ¥13000.

How long does it take to get from Kobe to Kochi (State)?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Kobe to Kochi (State), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Kochi (State) bus from?

Kobe to Kochi (State) bus services, operated by JR Shikoku Bus, depart from Sannomiya BT station.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Kochi (State) train from?

Kobe to Kochi (State) train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Shin-Kōbe Station.

Train or bus from Kobe to Kochi (State)?

The best way to get from Kobe to Kochi (State) is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs ¥9000 - ¥13000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥8100 and takes 5h 46m.

Where does the Kobe to Kochi (State) bus arrive?

Kobe to Kochi (State) bus services, operated by JR Shikoku Bus, arrive at Harimayabashi station.

Where does the Kobe to Kochi (State) train arrive?

Kobe to Kochi (State) train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Okayama station.

Can I drive from Kobe to Kochi (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Kochi (State) is 246 km. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Kobe to Kochi (State).

Where can I stay near Kochi (State)?

There are 140+ hotels available in Kochi (State).

Kobe to Kochi (State) - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kobe to Kochi (State) 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 Okayamatrain Nozomi / ...
2. Take the train from Okayama to Gomentrain [187012] Ltd. Exp Nanpu 5 / ...
3h 40m
¥8,992–12,820
Drive 245.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kobe to Nankokucar 245.7 km
3h 33m
¥4,184–6,043
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sannomiya BT to Harimayabashibus
5h 46m
¥8,100
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Shinki Bus Kobe Sannomiya BT to Harimayabashinightbus Harbor Liner
4h 45m
¥6,720–6,840
Fly, train
1. Fly from Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Kochi Airport (KCZ)plane ITM - KCZ
2. Take the train from Kochi(Kochi) to Gomentrain
3h 43m
¥9,353–32,910

Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Kochi Airport (KCZ) flights

42Weekly Planes

45 minAverage Duration

¥7,602Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 296.7 km
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Kobe, Japan and Kochi (State), Japan?

You can take a train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Gomen via Okayama in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, JR Shikoku Bus operates a bus from Sannomiya BT to Harimayabashi every 2 hours. Tickets cost ¥8,100 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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