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 ¥320 - ¥700 and takes 32 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 32 min and costs ¥320 - ¥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 Ōsaka and arriving at Motomachi. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Osaka to Kobe?

The distance between Osaka and Kobe is 31 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 32 min and costs ¥320 - ¥700.

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

The train from Ōsaka to Motomachi takes 32 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Kobe bus from?

Osaka to Kobe bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Osaka Marubiru 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 Ōsaka station.

Train or bus from Osaka to Kobe?

The best way to get from Osaka to Kobe is to train which takes 32 min and costs ¥320 - ¥700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1300 - ¥1800 and takes 1h 37m.

Where does the Osaka to Kobe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Osaka to Kobe train arrive?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 327+ hotels available in Kobe.

Osaka to Kobe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Osaka to Kobe by train, bus, night bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Ōsaka to Motomachitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid / ...
32 min
¥320–700
Bus
1. Take the bus from Osaka Marubiru to Osaka Itami Airport North Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kobe Sannomiya Stationbus
1h 37m
¥1,355–1,750
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
¥562–811
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Kobetaxi 32.7 km
38 min
¥12,000–15,000

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Distance: 31.4 km
Duration: 32 min

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Ōsaka to Motomachi every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥500–700 and the journey takes 32 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Osaka Marubiru to Kobe Sannomiya Station via Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal and Osaka Airport in around 1h 37m.

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