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

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Kobe is to train which costs ¥340 - ¥700 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Osaka to Kobe is to train which takes 26 min and costs ¥340 - ¥700.

Is there a direct bus between Osaka and Kobe?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Osaka-Umeda and arriving at Kobe Sannomiya. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Osaka and Kobe?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shin-Ōsaka Station station and arriving at Sannomiya. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Osaka to Kobe?

The distance between Osaka and Kobe is 34 km. The road distance is 32.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Osaka to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 26 min and costs ¥340 - ¥700.

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

The train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Sannomiya takes 26 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Kobe bus from?

Osaka to Kobe bus services, operated by JAMJAM LINER, depart from Osaka-Umeda station.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Kobe train from?

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

Where does the Osaka to Kobe bus arrive?

Osaka to Kobe bus services, operated by JAMJAM LINER, arrive at Kobe Sannomiya station.

Where does the Osaka to Kobe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Osaka to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka to Kobe is 33 km. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Osaka to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 322+ hotels available in Kobe.

Osaka to Kobe - 4 ways to travel via train, night bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Osaka to Kobe by train, night bus, 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
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Sannomiyatrain A: Special Rapid Service / ...
26 min
¥340–700
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Osaka-Umeda to Kobe Sannomiyanightbus Jx361
12h 38m
¥7,000–13,000
Drive 32.7 km
1. Drive from Osaka to Kobecar 32.7 km
38 min
¥568–821
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Kobetaxi 32.7 km
38 min
¥12,000–15,000

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 34.4 km
Duration: 26 min

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Sannomiya every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 26 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, JAMJAM LINER operates a vehicle from Osaka-Umeda to Kobe Sannomiya once daily. Tickets cost ¥7,000–13,000 and the journey takes 12h 38m.

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