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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Sumoto is to drive which costs ¥1000 - ¥1600 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Sumoto is to drive which takes 56 min and costs ¥1000 - ¥1600.

Is there a direct bus between Kobe and Sumoto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sannomiya BT and arriving at Sumoto Kosoku Bus Center. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Kobe to Sumoto?

The distance between Kobe and Sumoto is 69 km. The road distance is 63.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Sumoto without a car is to bus which takes 1h 28m and costs ¥1890.

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

The bus from Sannomiya BT to Sumoto Kosoku Bus Center takes 1h 28m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Sumoto bus from?

Kobe to Sumoto bus services, operated by Awaji Kotsu, depart from Sannomiya BT station.

Where does the Kobe to Sumoto bus arrive?

Kobe to Sumoto bus services, operated by Awaji Kotsu, arrive at Sumoto Kosoku Bus Center station.

Can I drive from Kobe to Sumoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Sumoto is 63 km. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Kobe to Sumoto.

Where can I stay near Sumoto?

There are 319+ hotels available in Sumoto.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Kobe to Sumoto by bus, car, taxi, or train

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 Sannomiya BT to Sumoto Kosoku Bus Center
1h 28m
¥1,890
Drive 63.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kobe to Sumoto63.4 km
56 min
¥1,077–1,556
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kobe to Sumoto63.4 km
56 min
¥23,000–28,000
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Motomachi to MaikoA: JR Kōbe Line Rapid / ...
2. Take the bus from Kosoku Maiko to Sumoto Kosoku Bus Center
1h 41m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 69.2 km
Duration: 1h 28m

What companies run services between Kobe, Japan and Sumoto, Hyōgo, Japan?

Awaji Kotsu operates a bus from Sannomiya BT to Sumoto Kosoku Bus Center hourly. Tickets cost ¥1,890 and the journey takes 1h 28m.

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