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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Naoshima is to drive and car ferry which costs ¥2900 - ¥6500 and takes 3h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Naoshima is to drive and car ferry which takes 3h 1m and costs ¥2900 - ¥6500.

How far is it from Kobe to Naoshima?

The distance between Kobe and Naoshima is 157 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Naoshima without a car is to train and bus and ferry which takes 3h 1m and costs ¥4900 - ¥7500.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Kobe to Naoshima, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Naoshima?

There are 684+ hotels available in Naoshima.

Kobe to Naoshima - 2 ways to travel via train, bus, ferry, car, and car ferry

There are 2 ways to get from Kobe to Naoshima by train, bus, ferry, car, or car ferry

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

Train, bus, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Okayama
2. Take the bus from Okayama Sta. to Uno Sta.
3. Take the ferry from Uno to Honmura
3h 1m
¥4,952–7,170
Drive, car ferry
cheapest
1. Drive from Kobe to Uno
2. Take the car ferry from Uno to NaoshimaUno – Naoshima
3h 1m
¥2,964–6,452

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kobe to Naoshima.

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Distance: 157.1 km
Duration: 3h 1m

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

There is no direct connection from Kobe to Naoshima. However, you can take the train to Okayama, walk to Okayama Sta., take the bus to Uno Sta., walk to Uno, then take the ferry to Honmura. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kobe to Naoshima via Uno and Naoshima in around 3h 1m.

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