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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Tsuruga is to train which costs ¥2300 - ¥3500 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Tsuruga is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs ¥2300 - ¥3500.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Tsuruga?

No, there is no direct train from Kobe to Tsuruga. However, there are services departing from Shin Kobe and arriving at Tsuruga via Shin-Ōsaka Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Kobe to Tsuruga?

The distance between Kobe and Tsuruga is 163 km. The road distance is 164.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Tsuruga without a car is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs ¥2300 - ¥3500.

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

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Kobe to Tsuruga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Tsuruga train from?

Kobe to Tsuruga train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Train or bus from Kobe to Tsuruga?

The best way to get from Kobe to Tsuruga is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs ¥2300 - ¥3500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3800 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 33m.

Where does the Kobe to Tsuruga train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kobe to Tsuruga?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Tsuruga is 164 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Kobe to Tsuruga.

How do I get a train ticket from Kobe to Tsuruga?

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Where can I stay near Tsuruga?

There are 31+ hotels available in Tsuruga.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Kobe to Tsuruga 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 Shin-Ōsaka Station to Tsurugatrain Thunderbird
1h 50m
¥2,380–3,466
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Tsuruga ICbus
3h 33m
¥3,880–5,466
Drive 164.2 km
1. Drive from Kobe to Tsurugacar 164.2 km
2h 44m
¥2,908–4,200

Kobe to Tsuruga by train

175Weekly Trains

1h 50mAverage Duration

¥2,380Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.2 km
Duration: 1h 50m

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Tsuruga hourly. Tickets cost ¥1,900–2,800 and the journey takes 1h 17m. Alternatively, Keifuku Bus operates a bus from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Tsuruga IC twice daily. Tickets cost ¥3,400–4,800 and the journey takes 2h 28m.

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