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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Tsumago is to drive which costs ¥4900 - ¥7500 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Tsumago is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs ¥4900 - ¥7500.

Is there a direct bus between Kobe and Tsumago?

No, there is no direct bus from Kobe to Tsumago. However, there are services departing from Sannomiya BT and arriving at Tsumagobashi via Meitetsu Bus Center and Magome. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Kobe to Tsumago?

The distance between Kobe and Tsumago is 304 km. The road distance is 285.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Tsumago without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs ¥9500 - ¥14000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Kobe to Tsumago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Tsumago bus from?

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

Train or bus from Kobe to Tsumago?

The best way to get from Kobe to Tsumago is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs ¥9500 - ¥14000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥6700 - ¥7000 and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Kobe to Tsumago bus arrive?

Kobe to Tsumago bus services, operated by Meitetsu Bus, arrive at Meitetsu Bus Center station.

Can I drive from Kobe to Tsumago?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Tsumago is 285 km. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Kobe to Tsumago.

Where can I stay near Tsumago?

There are 60+ hotels available in Tsumago.

Kobe to Tsumago - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Kobe to Tsumago by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Nagoya StationNozomi
2. Take the train from Nagoya to NagisoShinano
4h 8m
¥9,509–13,409
Drive 285.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kobe to Tsumago285.1 km
3h 49m
¥4,897–7,073
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sannomiya BT to Meitetsu Bus Center
2. Take the bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to Chuodo Magome
7h 29m
¥6,736–6,936
Fly, train
1. Fly from Kobe (UKB) to Matsumoto Airport (MMJ)UKB - MMJ
2. Take the train from Shiojiri to Nagiso
6h 4m
¥20,110–37,250
Train via Nakatsugawa
1. Take the train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Nagoya StationNozomi
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Nakatsugawa[21093] HomeLiner Mizunami
5h 9m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Tsuruhashi to Kintetsu-NagoyaUrban Liner / ...
2. Take the bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to Chuodo Magome
7h 41m
¥8,052–9,632

Kobe (UKB) to Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) flights

7Weekly Planes

1hAverage Duration

¥12,956Cheapest Price

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Distance: 303.9 km
Duration: 4h 8m

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

You can take a train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Tsumago via Nagoya, Nagiso, and Nagiso in around 4h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sannomiya BT to Tsumagobashi via Meitetsu Bus Center, Chuodo Magome, and Magome in around 7h 29m.

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