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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Tsu is to drive which costs ¥2500 - ¥3800 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Tsu is to train via Shin-Ōsaka Station which takes 2h 9m and costs ¥3700 - ¥4700.

Is there a direct bus between Kobe and Tsu?

No, there is no direct bus from Kobe station to Tsu. However, there are services departing from Kobe Sannomiya Station and arriving at Tsu via Osaka Airport and Kyoto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Tsu?

No, there is no direct train from Kobe to Tsu. However, there are services departing from Shin Kobe and arriving at Tsu via Shin-Ōsaka Station and Osaka-Namba. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Kobe to Tsu?

The distance between Kobe and Tsu is 159 km. The road distance is 147.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Tsu without a car is to train via Shin-Ōsaka Station which takes 2h 9m and costs ¥3700 - ¥4700.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Kobe to Tsu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Tsu bus from?

Kobe to Tsu bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Osaka Airport station.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Tsu train from?

Kobe to Tsu train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, depart from Osaka-Namba station.

Train or bus from Kobe to Tsu?

The best way to get from Kobe to Tsu is to train via Shin-Ōsaka Station which takes 2h 9m and costs ¥3700 - ¥4700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4500 - ¥5100 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Kobe to Tsu bus arrive?

Kobe to Tsu bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Kyoto Station Hachijou gate.

Where does the Kobe to Tsu train arrive?

Kobe to Tsu train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, arrive at Tsu station.

Can I drive from Kobe to Tsu?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Tsu is 147 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Kobe to Tsu.

Where can I stay near Tsu?

There are 92+ hotels available in Tsu.

Kobe to Tsu - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kobe to Tsu 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 via Shin-Ōsaka Station
best
1. Take the train from Osaka-Namba to Tsutrain Urban Liner / ...
2h 9m
¥3,710–4,636
Drive 147.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kobe to Tsucar 147.1 km
2h 27m
¥2,584–3,732
Bus
1. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
2. Take the bus from Kyoto to Tsubus
4h 42m
¥4,583–5,070
Train
1. Take the train from Motomachi to Ōsakatrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid / ...
2. Take the train from Tsuruhashi to Tsutrain Urban Liner / ...
2h 36m
¥3,536–4,532
Train #2
1. Take the train from Motomachi to Nodatrain Hanshin Main Line Local
2. Take the train from Tsuruhashi to Tsutrain Urban Liner / ...
3h 7m
¥3,579–4,501

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 158.9 km
Duration: 2h 9m

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

Kintetsu Railway Limited Express operates a train from Osaka-Namba to Tsu hourly. Tickets cost ¥3,000–3,700 and the journey takes 1h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kobe Sannomiya Station to Tsu via Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, Osaka Airport, and Kyoto in around 4h 42m.

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