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

The cheapest way to get from Utazu to Kobe is to drive which costs ¥3000 - ¥4400 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Utazu to Kobe is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs ¥6000 - ¥9500.

Is there a direct bus between Utazu and Kobe?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sakaide Interchange Bus Terminal and arriving at Sannomiya BT. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Utazu and Kobe?

No, there is no direct train from Utazu to Kobe station. However, there are services departing from Utazu and arriving at Shin-Kōbe Station via Okayama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from Utazu to Kobe?

The distance between Utazu and Kobe is 174 km. The road distance is 177.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Utazu to Kobe without a car is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs ¥6000 - ¥9500.

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

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from Utazu to Kobe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Utazu to Kobe bus from?

Utazu to Kobe bus services, operated by JR Shikoku Bus, depart from Sakaide Interchange Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Utazu to Kobe train from?

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

Train or bus from Utazu to Kobe?

The best way to get from Utazu to Kobe is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs ¥6000 - ¥9500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4550 and takes 3h 24m.

Where does the Utazu to Kobe bus arrive?

Utazu to Kobe bus services, operated by JR Shikoku Bus, arrive at Sannomiya BT station.

Where does the Utazu to Kobe train arrive?

Utazu to Kobe train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Okayama station.

Can I drive from Utazu to Kobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Utazu to Kobe is 177 km. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Utazu to Kobe.

Where can I stay near Kobe?

There are 284+ hotels available in Kobe.

Utazu to Kobe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Utazu 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
best
1. Take the train from Utazu to Okayama[187026] Ltd. Exp Nanpu 22 / ...
2. Take the train from Okayama to Shin-Kōbe StationNozomi / ...
1h 26m
¥6,133–9,436
Drive 177.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Utazu to Kobe177.1 km
2h 37m
¥3,010–4,348
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sakaide Interchange Bus Terminal to Sannomiya BTKan-onji Express
3h 24m
¥4,550
Bus via Takamatsu(Kagawa)
1. Take the bus from Takamatsu Station to Sannomiya BTTakamatsu Express Kobe
3h 48m
¥6,023–7,008

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 174.1 km
Duration: 1h 26m

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

You can take a train from Utazu to Shin-Kōbe Station via Okayama in around 1h 26m. Alternatively, JR Shikoku Bus operates a bus from Sakaide Interchange Bus Terminal to Sannomiya BT twice daily. Tickets cost ¥4,550 and the journey takes 3h 24m.

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