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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Shimane is to drive which costs ¥4400 - ¥6500 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Shimane is to fly which takes 2h 43m and costs ¥29000 - ¥32000.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Shimane?

No, there is no direct train from Kobe to Shimane. However, there are services departing from Motomachi and arriving at Matsueshinjikoonsen via Himeji and Dentetsuizumoshi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 7m.

How far is it from Kobe to Shimane?

The distance between Kobe and Shimane is 262 km. The road distance is 260.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Shimane without a car is to bus which takes 3h 58m and costs ¥6000 - ¥8000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Kobe to Shimane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Shimane train from?

Kobe to Shimane train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Motomachi station.

Train, bus or fly from Kobe to Shimane?

The best way to get from Kobe to Shimane is to bus which takes 3h 58m and costs ¥6000 - ¥8000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥10000 - ¥16000 and takes 4h 17m, you could also fly, which costs ¥29000 - ¥32000 and takes 2h 43m.

Where does the Kobe to Shimane train arrive?

Kobe to Shimane train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Himeji station.

Can I drive from Kobe to Shimane?

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

Where can I stay near Shimane?

There are 111+ hotels available in Shimane.

Kobe to Shimane - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Kobe to Shimane 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.Port Lake
3h 58m
¥6,200–7,900
Drive 260.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kobe to Matsue260.2 km
4h 4m
¥4,422–6,387
Train
1. Take the train from Shin-Kōbe Station to OkayamaNozomi / ...
2. Take the train from Okayama to Matsue[186843] Ltd. Exp Yakumo 15 / ...
4h 17m
¥10,892–15,820
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Motomachi to HimejiA: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
2. Take the night train from Himeji to IzumoshiSunrise Izumo
8h 7m
Fly
1. Fly from Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Izumo Airport (IZO)ITM - IZO
2h 43m
¥29,083–31,870

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

28Weekly Planes

50 minAverage Duration

¥25,296Cheapest Price

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Distance: 261.6 km
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Kobe, Japan and Shimane, 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 and Matsue in around 4h 17m.

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