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

The cheapest way to get from Shimane to Kobe is to drive which costs ¥4400 - ¥6500 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shimane to Kobe is to fly which takes 1h 49m and costs ¥29000 - ¥32000.

Is there a direct train between Shimane and Kobe?

No, there is no direct train from Shimane to Kobe. However, there are services departing from Matsueshinjikoonsen and arriving at Sannomiya via Izumoshi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

How far is it from Shimane to Kobe?

The distance between Shimane and Kobe is 280 km. The road distance is 260.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Shimane to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs ¥10000 - ¥16000.

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

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Shimane to Kobe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shimane to Kobe train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Shimane to Kobe?

The best way to get from Shimane to Kobe is to fly which takes 1h 49m and costs ¥29000 - ¥32000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥10000 - ¥16000 and takes 3h 31m, you could also bus, which costs ¥6000 - ¥8000 and takes 3h 59m.

Where does the Shimane to Kobe train arrive?

Shimane to Kobe train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Sannomiya station.

Can I drive from Shimane to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimane to Kobe is 260 km. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Shimane to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 284+ hotels available in Kobe.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Izumo Airport (IZO) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)IZO - ITM
1h 49m
¥29,157–32,008
Drive 260.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Matsue to Kobe260.4 km
4h 4m
¥4,425–6,392
Train
1. Take the train from Matsue to Okayama[186836] Ltd. Exp Yakumo 14 / ...
2. Take the train from Okayama to Shin-Kōbe StationNozomi / ...
3h 31m
¥10,834–15,932
Bus
1. Take the bus from Matsue Sta. to Shinki Bus Kobe Sannomiya Bus TerminalPort Lake
3h 59m
¥6,240–7,939
Night train
1. Take the night train from Izumoshi to SannomiyaSunrise Izumo
7h 20m
¥8,500–13,000

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

28Weekly Planes

50 minAverage Duration

¥25,296Cheapest Price

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Distance: 280 km
Duration: 1h 49m

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

Japan Airlines flies from Izumo Airport (IZO) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Matsue to Shin-Kōbe Station via Matsue and Okayama in around 3h 31m.

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