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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Kyoto (State) is to train via Juso which costs ¥900 - ¥1200 and takes 1h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Kyoto (State) is to train and subway which takes 35 min and costs ¥3300 - ¥5000.

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

No, there is no direct train from Kobe station to Kyoto (State). However, there are services departing from Shin-Kōbe Station and arriving at Marutamachi via Kyoto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35 min.

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

The distance between Kobe and Kyoto (State) is 72 km. The road distance is 74.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Kyoto (State) without a car is to train and subway which takes 35 min and costs ¥3300 - ¥5000.

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

It takes approximately 35 min to get from Kobe to Kyoto (State), including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Can I drive from Kobe to Kyoto (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Kyoto (State) is 74 km. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Kobe to Kyoto (State).

Where can I stay near Kyoto (State)?

There are 3134+ hotels available in Kyoto (State).

Kobe to Kyoto (State) - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Kobe to Kyoto (State) by train, subway, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Kyōtotrain Nozomi
2. Take the subway from Kyoto to Marutamachisubway K: Karasuma
35 min
¥3,298–4,989
Train via Juso
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kobe-sannomiya to Jusotrain Kobe Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Juso to Karasumatrain Kyoto Line Limited Express / ...
1h 38m
¥905–1,118
Drive 74.4 km
1. Drive from Kobe to Kyotocar 74.4 km
1h 10m
¥1,252–1,808
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kobe to Kyototaxi 74.4 km
1h 10m
¥26,000–32,000
Train
1. Take the train from Sannomiya to Kyōtotrain A: Special Rapid Service
1h 6m
¥2,787–3,857

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kobe to Kyoto (State).

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Distance: 72.2 km
Duration: 35 min

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Sannomiya to Kyōto every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 54 min. Japan Railways Limited Express also services this route 3 times a day.

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