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Cheapest price on 11 Sept
£26
Average ticket price on 11 Sept
£26
Fastest journey on 11 Sept
6 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 11 Sept
6 h 35 m
Buses on 11 Sept
1
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Kobe to Hiroshima is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kobe to Hiroshima will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
On Fri 11 Sept, we found 1 buses from Kobe to Hiroshima, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 252 km distance in an average of 6 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
15:006h35Kobe21:35Hiroshima£261One-way0 changes
- 15:006h35Kobe21:35Hiroshima£261One-way0 changes
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Compare train and coach for Kobe to Hiroshima
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kobe to Hiroshima among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, while a train costs an average of £53.
Distance: 252 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£32 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price | £27 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kobe to Hiroshima:
A coach is £21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kobe to Hiroshima costing on average £53.
Other travel options to Hiroshima take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 35m.
Tickets start at around £32 compared to roughly £27 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-5.18. The journey takes 6h 35m versus 3h 54m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kobe to Hiroshima
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Buses from Kobe to Hiroshima run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 23:50, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 252 km distance in 6h 35m.
Distance 252 km |
Average bus duration 6h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 35m |
First bus 23:50 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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FAQs: Kobe to Hiroshima coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kobe to Hiroshima by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hiroshima, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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