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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Matsue is to drive which costs ¥4300 - ¥6500 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Matsue is to fly and train which takes 3h 33m and costs ¥28000 - ¥33000.

Is there a direct bus between Kobe and Matsue?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shinki Bus Kobe Sannomiya Bus Terminal and arriving at Matsue Sta.. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Matsue?

No, there is no direct train from Kobe station to Matsue. However, there are services departing from Shin-Kōbe Station and arriving at Matsue via Okayama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Kobe to Matsue?

The distance between Kobe and Matsue is 258 km. The road distance is 260.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Matsue without a car is to bus which takes 3h 55m and costs ¥4600 - ¥6000.

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

The bus from Shinki Bus Kobe Sannomiya Bus Terminal to Matsue Sta. takes 3h 55m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Matsue bus from?

Kobe to Matsue bus services, operated by JR Bus Chugoku, depart from Shinki Bus Kobe Sannomiya Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Matsue train from?

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

Train or bus from Kobe to Matsue?

The best way to get from Kobe to Matsue is to bus which takes 3h 55m and costs ¥4600 - ¥6000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥9000 - ¥14000 and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Kobe to Matsue bus arrive?

Kobe to Matsue bus services, operated by JR Bus Chugoku, arrive at Matsue Sta. station.

Where does the Kobe to Matsue train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kobe to Matsue?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Matsue is 260 km. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Kobe to Matsue.

Where can I stay near Matsue?

There are 120+ hotels available in Matsue.

Kobe to Matsue - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Kobe to Matsue by bus, train, night train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Shinki Bus Kobe Sannomiya Bus Terminal to Matsue Sta.bus Port Lake
3h 55m
¥4,600–6,000
Drive 260.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kobe to Matsuecar 260.2 km
4h 5m
¥4,347–6,279
Train
1. Take the train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Okayamatrain Nozomi / ...
2. Take the train from Okayama to Matsuetrain [186843] Ltd. Exp Yakumo 15 / ...
4h 14m
¥9,292–13,820
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Motomachi to Himejitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
2. Take the night train from Himeji to Matsuenighttrain Sunrise Izumo
6h 3m
Bus via Yonago
1. Take the bus from Sannomiya BT to Yonagobus
4h 12m
¥6,400–7,500
Fly, train
1. Fly from Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Izumo Airport (IZO)plane ITM - IZO
2. Take the train from Shinji to Matsuetrain
3h 33m
¥28,883–32,170

Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Izumo Airport (IZO) flights

28Weekly Planes

50 minAverage Duration

¥24,811Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 258.4 km
Duration: 3h 55m

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

JR Bus Chugoku operates a bus from Shinki Bus Kobe Sannomiya Bus Terminal to Matsue Sta. twice daily. Tickets cost ¥4,600–6,000 and the journey takes 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Matsue via Okayama in around 4h 14m.

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