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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Yao is to train which costs ¥750 - ¥1100 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Yao is to train via Shin-Ōsaka Station which takes 47 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1200.

Is there a direct bus between Kobe and Yao?

No, there is no direct bus from Kobe station to Yao station. However, there are services departing from Kobe Sannomiya Station and arriving at Tennoji Station via Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Yao?

No, there is no direct train from Kobe to Yao. However, there are services departing from Shin Kobe and arriving at Kyuhoji via Shin-Ōsaka Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Kobe to Yao?

The distance between Kobe and Yao is 50 km. The road distance is 46 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Yao without a car is to train via Shin-Ōsaka Station which takes 47 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1200.

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

It takes approximately 47 min to get from Kobe to Yao, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Yao bus from?

Kobe to Yao bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Kobe Sannomiya Station.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Yao train from?

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

Train or bus from Kobe to Yao?

The best way to get from Kobe to Yao is to train via Shin-Ōsaka Station which takes 47 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1600 - ¥2200 and takes 1h 47m.

Where does the Kobe to Yao bus arrive?

Kobe to Yao bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal station.

Where does the Kobe to Yao train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kobe to Yao?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Yao is 46 km. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Kobe to Yao.

Where can I stay near Yao?

There are 9797+ hotels available in Yao.

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

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

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Train via Shin-Ōsaka Station
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Kyuhojitrain [33748] JR Osaka Higashi / ...
47 min
¥817–1,151
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Motomachi to Fukushimatrain Hanshin Main Line Local
2. Take the train from Fukushima to Kyūhōjitrain Yamatoji Rapid Service
1h 48m
¥762–1,069
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kobe Sannomiya Station to Osaka Itami Airport South Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Osaka Itami Airport to Tennoji Stationbus A
1h 47m
¥1,693–2,110
Drive 46 km
1. Drive from Kobe to Yaocar 46 km
52 min
¥797–1,151
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kobe to Yaotaxi 46 km
52 min
¥17,000–21,000
Train
1. Take the train from Motomachi(Hyogo) to Shiginotrain [26937] JR Gakkentoshi Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Shigino to Kyuhojitrain [33748] JR Osaka Higashi
1h 33m
¥998–1,393

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Distance: 49.9 km
Duration: 47 min

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Kyuhoji every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥340–490 and the journey takes 32 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kobe Sannomiya Station to Yao via Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, Osaka Itami Airport, Tennoji Station, and Tennōji in around 1h 47m.

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