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

The cheapest way to get from Matsue to Kobe is to drive which costs ¥4300 - ¥6500 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matsue to Kobe is to train and fly which takes 3h 9m and costs ¥29000 - ¥33000.

Is there a direct bus between Matsue and Kobe?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Matsue Sta. and arriving at Shinki Bus Kobe Sannomiya Bus Terminal. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Matsue and Kobe?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Matsue and arriving at Sannomiya. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Matsue to Kobe?

The distance between Matsue and Kobe is 314 km. The road distance is 260.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Matsue to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs ¥9000 - ¥14000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Matsue to Kobe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matsue to Kobe bus from?

Matsue to Kobe bus services, operated by JR Bus Chugoku, depart from Matsue Sta. station.

Where do I catch the Matsue to Kobe train from?

Matsue to Kobe train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Matsue station.

Train or bus from Matsue to Kobe?

The best way to get from Matsue to Kobe is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs ¥9000 - ¥14000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4600 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Matsue to Kobe bus arrive?

Matsue to Kobe bus services, operated by JR Bus Chugoku, arrive at Shinki Bus Kobe Sannomiya Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Matsue to Kobe train arrive?

Matsue to Kobe train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Okayama station.

Can I drive from Matsue to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Matsue to Kobe is 261 km. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Matsue to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 298+ hotels available in Kobe.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Matsue to Kobe by train, bus, night train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Matsue to Okayamatrain [186836] Ltd. Exp Yakumo 14 / ...
2. Take the train from Okayama to Shin-Kōbe Stationtrain Nozomi / ...
3h 27m
¥9,338–13,541
Drive 260.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Matsue to Kobecar 260.6 km
4h 5m
¥4,354–6,288
Bus
1. Take the bus from Matsue Sta. to Shinki Bus Kobe Sannomiya Bus Terminalbus Port Lake
3h 55m
¥4,600–6,000
Night train
1. Take the night train from Matsue to Sannomiyanighttrain Sunrise Izumo
4h 33m
¥8,000–12,000
Bus via Yonago
1. Take the bus from Yonago to Sannomiya BTbus
4h 53m
¥6,439–7,425
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Matsue to Shinjitrain
2. Fly from Izumo Airport (IZO) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane IZO - ITM
3h 9m
¥29,021–32,244

Izumo Airport (IZO) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) flights

28Weekly Planes

50 minAverage Duration

¥24,811Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 314.4 km
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a train from Matsue to Shin-Kōbe Station via Okayama in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, JR Bus Chugoku operates a bus from Matsue Sta. to Shinki Bus Kobe Sannomiya Bus Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost ¥4,600–6,000 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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