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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Tottori is to drive which costs ¥2700 - ¥4000 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Tottori is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs ¥4900 - ¥7000.

Is there a direct bus between Kobe and Tottori?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sannomiya BT and arriving at Tottori. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Tottori?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sannomiya and arriving at Tottori. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Kobe to Tottori?

The distance between Kobe and Tottori is 179 km. The road distance is 164.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Tottori without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs ¥4900 - ¥7000.

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

The train from Sannomiya to Tottori takes 2h 13m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Tottori bus from?

Kobe to Tottori bus services, operated by Nihon Kotsu, depart from Sannomiya BT station.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Tottori train from?

Kobe to Tottori train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Sannomiya station.

Train or bus from Kobe to Tottori?

The best way to get from Kobe to Tottori is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs ¥4900 - ¥7000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3800 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Kobe to Tottori bus arrive?

Kobe to Tottori bus services, operated by Nihon Kotsu, arrive at Tottori station.

Where does the Kobe to Tottori train arrive?

Kobe to Tottori train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Tottori station.

Can I drive from Kobe to Tottori?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Tottori is 164 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Kobe to Tottori.

Where can I stay near Tottori?

There are 81+ hotels available in Tottori.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Kobe to Tottori 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 Sannomiya to Tottoritrain Super Hakuto / ...
2h 13m
¥4,900–7,000
Drive 164.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kobe to Tottoricar 164.4 km
2h 48m
¥2,746–3,966
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sannomiya BT to Tottoribus
2h 41m
¥3,800

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 178.9 km
Duration: 2h 13m

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

Japan Railways Limited Express operates a train from Sannomiya to Tottori every 3 hours. Tickets cost ¥4,900–7,000 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, Nihon Kotsu operates a bus from Sannomiya BT to Tottori 4 times a day. Tickets cost ¥3,800 and the journey takes 2h 41m.

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