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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Nagano is to night bus which costs ¥7500 - ¥9000 and takes 8h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Nagano is to fly and train which takes 4h 5m and costs ¥18000 - ¥35000.

Is there a direct bus between Kobe and Nagano?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Sannomiya Station station and arriving at Nagano. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Nagano?

No, there is no direct train from Kobe station to Nagano. However, there are services departing from Shin-Kōbe Station and arriving at Nagano via Kyōto and Tsuruga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Kobe to Nagano?

The distance between Kobe and Nagano is 521 km. The road distance is 439.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Nagano without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs ¥15000 - ¥22000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Kobe to Nagano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Nagano bus from?

Kobe to Nagano bus services, operated by Nagaden Bus, depart from Sannomiya Station.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Nagano train from?

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

Train or bus from Kobe to Nagano?

The best way to get from Kobe to Nagano is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs ¥15000 - ¥22000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥12000 - ¥18000 and takes 7h 48m.

Where does the Kobe to Nagano bus arrive?

Kobe to Nagano bus services, operated by Nagaden Bus, arrive at Nagano station.

Where does the Kobe to Nagano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kobe to Nagano?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Nagano is 439 km. It takes approximately 6h 18m to drive from Kobe to Nagano.

Where can I stay near Nagano?

There are 217+ hotels available in Nagano.

Kobe to Nagano - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Kobe to Nagano 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 Kyōtotrain
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Tsurugatrain
3. Take the train from Tsuruga to Naganotrain
4h 28m
¥15,078–21,929
Night bus via Ueda
cheapest
1. Take the night bus from Osaka Station to Ueda Stationnightbus Chikumagawa Liner
11h 16m
¥6,176–15,456
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Hakuba-Goryubus
7h 48m
¥12,279–17,680
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Sannomiya Station to Naganonightbus
8h 48m
¥7,500–9,000
Drive 439.4 km
1. Drive from Kobe to Naganocar 439.4 km
6h 18m
¥7,340–10,602
Train via Nagoya
1. Take the train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Nagoya Stationtrain Nozomi
2. Take the train from Nagoya to Naganotrain Shinano
4h 55m
¥12,309–17,309
Fly Kobe to Matsumoto Airport, train
1. Fly from Kobe (UKB) to Matsumoto Airport (MMJ)plane UKB - MMJ
2. Take the train from Shiojiri to Naganotrain
4h 5m
¥18,110–34,450
Fly Kobe to Tokyo International Airport, train
1. Fly from Kobe (UKB) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)plane UKB - HND
2. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Naganotrain
4h 46m
¥17,800–28,070
Fly Osaka International Airport to Tokyo International Airport, train
1. Fly from Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)plane ITM - HND
2. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Naganotrain
5h 12m
¥18,473–41,890
Fly Kobe to Ibaraki Airport, train
1. Fly from Kobe (UKB) to Ibaraki Airport (IBR)plane UKB - IBR
2. Take the train from Ishioka to Uenotrain
3. Take the train from Ueno to Naganotrain
5h 47m
¥21,910–71,050

Kobe (UKB) to Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) flights

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 520.8 km
Duration: 4h 28m

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

You can take a train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Nagano via Kyōto and Tsuruga in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, ALPICO Kotsu operates a bus from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Hakuba-Goryu once daily. Tickets cost ¥10,000–14,000 and the journey takes 4h 33m.

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