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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Nagoya is to bus which costs ¥1800 - ¥3500 and takes 3h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Nagoya is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs ¥5500 - ¥8500.

Is there a direct bus between Kobe and Nagoya?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sannomiya BT and arriving at Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Nagoya?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shin-Kōbe Station station and arriving at Nagoya Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Kobe to Nagoya?

The distance between Kobe and Nagoya is 203 km. The road distance is 196.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Nagoya without a car is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs ¥5500 - ¥8500.

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

The train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Nagoya Station takes 1h 1m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Nagoya bus from?

Kobe to Nagoya bus services, operated by Meitetsu Bus, depart from Sannomiya BT station.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Nagoya train from?

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

Train or bus from Kobe to Nagoya?

The best way to get from Kobe to Nagoya is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs ¥5500 - ¥8500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1800 - ¥3500 and takes 3h 16m.

Where does the Kobe to Nagoya bus arrive?

Kobe to Nagoya bus services, operated by Meitetsu Bus, arrive at Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit.

Where does the Kobe to Nagoya train arrive?

Kobe to Nagoya train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Nagoya Station.

Can I drive from Kobe to Nagoya?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Nagoya is 197 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Kobe to Nagoya.

Where can I stay near Nagoya?

There are 818+ hotels available in Nagoya.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Kobe to Nagoya 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
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Nagoya Stationtrain Nozomi
1h 1m
¥5,500–8,500
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sannomiya BT to Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exitbus
3h 16m
¥1,800–3,500
Drive 196.8 km
1. Drive from Kobe to Nagoyacar 196.8 km
2h 29m
¥3,411–4,927
Train via Osaka
1. Take the train from Tsuruhashi to Kintetsu-Nagoyatrain Urban Liner / ...
3h 29m
¥4,776–6,156

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 202.5 km
Duration: 1h 1m

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Nagoya Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥5,500–8,500 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Alternatively, Meitetsu Bus operates a bus from Sannomiya BT to Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit 5 times a day. Tickets cost ¥3,460 and the journey takes 3h 16m. JAMJAM LINER also services this route once daily.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Japan

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.