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

The cheapest way to get from Ueda to Kobe is to drive which costs ¥7000 - ¥11000 and takes 6h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ueda to Kobe is to train and fly which takes 4h 17m and costs ¥16000 - ¥35000.

Is there a direct train between Ueda and Kobe?

No, there is no direct train from Ueda to Kobe station. However, there are services departing from Ueda(Nagano) and arriving at Shin-Kōbe Station via Shinonoi and Nagoya Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Ueda to Kobe?

The distance between Ueda and Kobe is 467 km. The road distance is 427.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ueda to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs ¥12000 - ¥19000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Ueda to Kobe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ueda to Kobe train from?

Ueda to Kobe train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Shinonoi station.

Train or bus from Ueda to Kobe?

The best way to get from Ueda to Kobe is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs ¥12000 - ¥19000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥7000 - ¥13000 and takes 10h 19m.

Where does the Ueda to Kobe train arrive?

Ueda to Kobe train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Nagoya station.

Can I drive from Ueda to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Ueda to Kobe is 427 km. It takes approximately 6h 4m to drive from Ueda to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 280+ hotels available in Kobe.

Ueda to Kobe - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Ueda to Kobe by train, bus, 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 Shinonoi to NagoyaShinano
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Shin-Kōbe StationNozomi / ...
5h 26m
¥12,067–18,143
Night bus
cheapest
1. Take the night bus from Ueda Station to Osaka StationChikumagawa Liner
9h 48m
¥5,470–11,700
Bus
1. Take the bus from Naganodo Koshoku IC to Shin-Ōsaka Station
10h 19m
¥7,199–12,266
Drive 427.1 km
1. Drive from Ueda to Kobe427.1 km
6h 4m
¥7,238–10,454
Train to Matsumoto Airport, fly to Kobe
1. Take the train from Shinonoi to Matsumoto
2. Fly from Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) to Kobe (UKB)MMJ - UKB
4h 17m
¥15,987–34,073
Train to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Kobe
1. Take the train from Ueda to Tōkyō Station
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB)HND - UKB
4h 30m
¥17,343–32,031
Train to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport
1. Take the train from Ueda to Tōkyō Station
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)HND - ITM
4h 58m
¥18,983–42,881
Train, train to Ibaraki Airport, fly to Kobe
1. Take the train from Ueda to Ueno
2. Take the train from Ueno to Ishioka
3. Fly from Ibaraki Airport (IBR) to Kobe (UKB)IBR - UKB
5h 33m
¥21,378–62,412
Train, train to Niigata Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport
1. Take the train from Ueda to Takasaki
2. Take the train from Takasaki to Niigata
3. Fly from Niigata Airport (KIJ) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)KIJ - ITM
6h 27m
¥19,538–51,168

Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) to Kobe (UKB) flights

7Weekly Planes

1h 5mAverage Duration

¥12,785Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 467 km
Duration: 5h 26m

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

You can take a train from Ueda(Nagano) to Shin-Kōbe Station via Shinonoi and Nagoya Station in around 5h 26m. Alternatively, ALPICO Kotsu operates a bus from Naganodo Koshoku IC to Shin-Ōsaka Station once daily. Tickets cost ¥4,500–8,000 and the journey takes 8h 30m.

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