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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Yamazaki is to train via Juso which costs ¥600 - ¥800 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Yamazaki is to drive which takes 53 min and costs ¥950 - ¥1400.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Yamazaki?

No, there is no direct train from Kobe station to Yamazaki. However, there are services departing from Shin-Kōbe Station and arriving at Yamazaki via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Kobe to Yamazaki?

The distance between Kobe and Yamazaki is 83 km. The road distance is 56.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Yamazaki without a car is to train via Kyōto which takes 50 min and costs .

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

It takes approximately 50 min to get from Kobe to Yamazaki, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Yamazaki train from?

Kobe to Yamazaki train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Shin-Kōbe Station.

Where does the Kobe to Yamazaki train arrive?

Kobe to Yamazaki train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Kobe to Yamazaki?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Yamazaki is 57 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Kobe to Yamazaki.

Where can I stay near Yamazaki?

There are 3396+ hotels available in Yamazaki.

Kobe to Yamazaki - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Kobe to Yamazaki by train, car, or taxi

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 Kyōto
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Kyōtotrain Nozomi
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Yamazakitrain A: JR Kyōto Line Local
50 min
Train via Juso
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kobe-sannomiya to Jusotrain Kobe Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Juso to Oyamazakitrain Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
1h 29m
¥615–768
Drive 56.7 km
1. Drive from Kobe to Yamazakicar 56.7 km
53 min
¥962–1,389
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kobe to Yamazakitaxi 56.7 km
53 min
¥20,000–25,000
Train
1. Take the train from Sannomiya to Takatsukitrain A: Special Rapid Service
55 min
Train via Ōsaka
1. Take the train from Motomachi to Ōsakatrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid / ...
2. Take the train from Ōsaka to Yamazakitrain A: JR Kyōto Line Local
1h 16m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 83 km
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between Kobe, Japan and Yamazaki, Ōsaka, Japan?

You can take a train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Yamazaki via Kyōto in around 50 min.

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