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

The cheapest way to get from Shimada to Kobe is to drive which costs ¥5500 - ¥8500 and takes 3h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shimada to Kobe is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs ¥5500 - ¥8500.

Is there a direct train between Shimada and Kobe?

No, there is no direct train from Shimada to Kobe station. However, there are services departing from Shimada and arriving at Shin-Kōbe Station via Hamamatsu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Shimada to Kobe?

The distance between Shimada and Kobe is 355 km. The road distance is 327.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Shimada to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Shimada to Kobe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shimada to Kobe train from?

Shimada to Kobe train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Shimada station.

Where does the Shimada to Kobe train arrive?

Shimada to Kobe train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Hamamatsu station.

Can I drive from Shimada to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimada to Kobe is 327 km. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Shimada to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 295+ hotels available in Kobe.

Shimada to Kobe - 5 ways to travel via train, night bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Shimada to Kobe by train, night bus, car, or plane

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 Shimada to Hamamatsutrain CA: Tōkaidō Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Hamamatsu to Shin-Kōbe Stationtrain Hikari
3h 8m
Drive 327.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shimada to Kobecar 327.3 km
3h 59m
¥5,634–8,138
Train, night bus
1. Take the train from Shimada to Hamamatsutrain CA: Tōkaidō Line Local / ...
2. Take the night bus from Hamamatsu to Kobe-Sannomiyanightbus Jx301
11h 12m
Train, fly to Kobe
1. Take the train from Shizuoka to Shinagawatrain
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB)plane HND - UKB
5h 18m
¥16,491–28,838
Train, fly to Osaka International Airport
1. Take the train from Shizuoka to Shinagawatrain
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane HND - ITM
5h 41m
¥18,131–29,688

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB) flights

56Weekly Planes

1h 19mAverage Duration

¥11,019Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 354.7 km
Duration: 3h 8m

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

You can take a train from Shimada to Shin-Kōbe Station via Hamamatsu in around 3h 8m.

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