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

The cheapest way to get from Shiga to Kobe is to train via Ashiya which costs ¥1300 - ¥2000 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shiga to Kobe is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs ¥1400 - ¥2100.

Is there a direct train between Shiga and Kobe?

No, there is no direct train from Shiga to Kobe. However, there are services departing from Otsu and arriving at Motomachi via Kyōto and Ashiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Shiga to Kobe?

The distance between Shiga and Kobe is 85 km. The road distance is 80.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Shiga to Kobe without a car is to train via Ashiya which takes 1h 23m and costs ¥1300 - ¥2000.

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

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from Shiga to Kobe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shiga to Kobe train from?

Shiga to Kobe train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Kyōto station.

Train or bus from Shiga to Kobe?

The best way to get from Shiga to Kobe is to train via Ashiya which takes 1h 23m and costs ¥1300 - ¥2000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2200 - ¥2800 and takes 2h 22m.

Where does the Shiga to Kobe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shiga to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Shiga to Kobe is 81 km. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Shiga to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 327+ hotels available in Kobe.

Shiga to Kobe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Shiga to Kobe by train, bus, or car

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 Ashiya
best
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Ashiyatrain A: Special Rapid Service
1h 23m
¥1,371–1,999
Train via Osaka-Umeda
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Ōsakatrain A: JR Kyōto Line Rapid / ...
2. Take the train from Osaka-Umeda to Nishi-Motomachitrain Hanshin Main Line Local / ...
2h 1m
¥1,341–1,929
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate to Osaka Itami Airport North Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kobe Sannomiya Stationbus
2h 22m
¥2,251–2,779
Drive 80.6 km
1. Drive from Ōtsu to Kobecar 80.6 km
1h 14m
¥1,411–2,038
Train
1. Take the train from Otsu to Kyōtotrain [21833] Jr Biwako / ...
2. Take the train from Kyoto to Shin Kobetrain Hikari / ...
1h 34m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 85.1 km
Duration: 1h 23m

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kyōto to Ashiya every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥950–1,400 and the journey takes 46 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Otsu to Kobe Sannomiya Station via Kyōto, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal, and Osaka Airport in around 2h 22m.

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