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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Okazaki is to drive which costs ¥3700 - ¥5500 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Okazaki is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs ¥6000 - ¥9500.

Is there a direct bus between Kobe and Okazaki?

No, there is no direct bus from Kobe to Okazaki. However, there are services departing from Sannomiya BT and arriving at Tomei Okazaki via Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Okazaki?

No, there is no direct train from Kobe station to Okazaki. However, there are services departing from Shin-Kōbe Station and arriving at Higashi Okazaki via Meitetsu Nagoya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Kobe to Okazaki?

The distance between Kobe and Okazaki is 242 km. The road distance is 217.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Okazaki without a car is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs ¥6000 - ¥9500.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Kobe to Okazaki, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Okazaki bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kobe to Okazaki train from?

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

Train or bus from Kobe to Okazaki?

The best way to get from Kobe to Okazaki is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs ¥6000 - ¥9500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4800 - ¥7000 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Kobe to Okazaki bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kobe to Okazaki train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kobe to Okazaki?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Okazaki is 218 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Kobe to Okazaki.

Where can I stay near Okazaki?

There are 135+ hotels available in Okazaki.

Kobe to Okazaki - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Kobe to Okazaki 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 StationNozomi
2. Take the train from Meitetsu Nagoya to Higashi OkazakiLimited Express / ...
1h 48m
¥6,459–9,109
Drive 217.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kobe to Okazaki217.9 km
2h 53m
¥3,724–5,378
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sannomiya BT to Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit
2. Take the bus from Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit to Tomei Okazaki
5h 6m
¥4,860–6,660

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 241.6 km
Duration: 1h 48m

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

You can take a train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Higashi Okazaki via Nagoya Station and Meitetsu Nagoya in around 1h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sannomiya BT to Tomei Okazaki via Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit in around 5h 6m.

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