Kyoto to Kobe train with JR Central

Thu 25 Jun
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Kyoto to Kobe

Showing times and prices for 25 Jun

Cheapest price

£15

Average price

£15

Fastest journey

27 m

Average duration

27 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

64 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kyoto to Kobe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Kyoto to Kobe will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Kyoto for Kobe every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 64 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .

The slowest trains will take 27 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.

  • JR Central
    6:020h27
    Kyoto
    6:29Kobe
    £151One-way
    0 changes

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Live departures

Kyoto to Kobe train times

The table below shows live departures for Kyoto to Kobe trains for tomorrow, Friday 26 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
JR Central6:02 Kyoto
0h27
6:29 Kobe0 changesdirect
Friday 26 June
JR CentralNozomi 1016:55 Kyoto Station
0h28
7:23 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralHikari 7317:20 Kyoto Station
0h26
7:46 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 1037:41 Kyoto Station
0h27
8:08 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralHikari 7338:01 Kyoto Station
0h26
8:27 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 998:03 Kyoto Station
0h28
8:31 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 18:09 Kyoto Station
0h27
8:36 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 38:26 Kyoto Station
0h27
8:53 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralHikari 7358:29 Kyoto Station
0h28
8:57 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 58:47 Kyoto Station
0h27
9:14 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 79:02 Kyoto Station
0h27
9:29 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 1179:14 Kyoto Station
0h27
9:41 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 99:25 Kyoto Station
0h28
9:53 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralHikari 7019:43 Kyoto Station
0h28
10:11 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 119:46 Kyoto Station
0h28
10:14 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 1310:02 Kyoto Station
0h27
10:29 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 6110:16 Kyoto Station
0h28
10:44 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 1510:25 Kyoto Station
0h28
10:53 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralHikari 70310:43 Kyoto Station
0h28
11:11 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 1710:46 Kyoto Station
0h28
11:14 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 6311:02 Kyoto Station
0h27
11:29 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 13511:16 Kyoto Station
0h28
11:44 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 1911:25 Kyoto Station
0h28
11:53 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralHikari 70511:43 Kyoto Station
0h28
12:11 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 2111:46 Kyoto Station
0h28
12:14 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 6512:02 Kyoto Station
0h27
12:29 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 2312:25 Kyoto Station
0h28
12:53 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralHikari 70712:43 Kyoto Station
0h28
13:11 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 2512:46 Kyoto Station
0h28
13:14 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 6713:02 Kyoto Station
0h27
13:29 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 2713:25 Kyoto Station
0h28
13:53 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralHikari 70913:43 Kyoto Station
0h28
14:11 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 2913:46 Kyoto Station
0h28
14:14 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 6914:02 Kyoto Station
0h27
14:29 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 3114:25 Kyoto Station
0h28
14:53 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralHikari 71114:43 Kyoto Station
0h28
15:11 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 3314:46 Kyoto Station
0h28
15:14 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 7115:02 Kyoto Station
0h27
15:29 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 3515:25 Kyoto Station
0h28
15:53 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralHikari 71315:43 Kyoto Station
0h28
16:11 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 3715:46 Kyoto Station
0h28
16:14 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 7316:02 Kyoto Station
0h27
16:29 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 3916:25 Kyoto Station
0h28
16:53 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralHikari 71516:43 Kyoto Station
0h28
17:11 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 4116:46 Kyoto Station
0h28
17:14 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 17916:52 Kyoto Station
0h28
17:20 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 7517:02 Kyoto Station
0h27
17:29 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 4317:25 Kyoto Station
0h28
17:53 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralHikari 71717:43 Kyoto Station
0h28
18:11 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 4517:46 Kyoto Station
0h28
18:14 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 18717:52 Kyoto Station
0h28
18:20 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 7718:02 Kyoto Station
0h27
18:29 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 4718:25 Kyoto Station
0h28
18:53 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralHikari 71918:43 Kyoto Station
0h28
19:11 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 4918:46 Kyoto Station
0h28
19:14 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 19518:52 Kyoto Station
0h28
19:20 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 5119:02 Kyoto Station
0h27
19:29 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 5319:25 Kyoto Station
0h28
19:53 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralHikari 72119:43 Kyoto Station
0h28
20:11 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 5519:46 Kyoto Station
0h28
20:14 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 20319:52 Kyoto Station
0h28
20:20 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 7920:02 Kyoto Station
0h27
20:29 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 5720:25 Kyoto Station
0h28
20:53 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 20920:33 Kyoto Station
0h29
21:02 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 8120:46 Kyoto Station
0h28
21:14 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 5921:07 Kyoto Station
0h28
21:35 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 8321:22 Kyoto Station
0h28
21:50 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 8521:33 Kyoto Station
0h29
22:02 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 8721:53 Kyoto Station
0h27
22:20 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 8922:14 Kyoto Station
0h27
22:41 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 9122:32 Kyoto Station
0h27
22:59 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 9322:50 Kyoto Station
0h27
23:17 Kobe0 changesdirect
JR CentralNozomi 9523:05 Kyoto Station
0h27
23:32 Kobe0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Kyoto to Kobe

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Trains from Kyoto to Kobe run on average 68 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.

There are 68 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 13:14. The fastest train covers the 64 km distance in 27m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
64 km
Average train duration
28m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Trains per day
68
Direct trains
68
Fastest train
27m
First train
4:43
Last train
13:14
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: JR Central from Kyoto to Kobe trainsJR Central trains will get you between Kyoto and Kobe from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

JR Central

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
28m
Cheapest Price
£15

FAQs: Kyoto to Kobe train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kyoto to Kobe by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kobe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Kyoto to Kobe can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £15.
The train journey from Kyoto to Kobe covers a distance of 64 km and takes approximately 27m. Trains run 68 per day.
The train distance from Kyoto to Kobe is 64 km.
The first train from Kyoto to Kobe leaves at 4:43.
The last train from Kyoto to Kobe departs at 13:14.
Trains from Kyoto to Kobe run approximately 68 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Kyoto to Kobe.
Yes, there is a direct train between Kyoto and Kobe. The service operates 68 times per day, provided by JR Central, JR Central.
To travel from Kyoto to Kobe, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Kyoto to Kobe.
The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Kobe is by train, costing approximately £15.
Booking trains from Kyoto to Kobe in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Kyoto to Kobe.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Kyoto and Kobe

Kyoto
Kobe
Kyoto StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Karasuma-dōri, Shimogyō-ku, Kyoto, Japan
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00–23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
carConnection
Car connection
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Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi is available in the JR areas of the station
Parking
Parking
  • Parking facilities are available near the station, including a large parking area on the Hachijo side
Dining
Dining
  • A wide variety of dining options are available, including The Cube Gourmet Street on the 11th floor and Kyoto Ramen Koji on the 10th floor.
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available at designated taxi stands on both the Karasuma and Hachijo sides of the station
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • The station is equipped with elevators, escalators, and accessible restrooms to accommodate passengers with disabilities
WC
WC
  • Restrooms, including accessible facilities, are available throughout the station
Public transport options for Kyoto Station
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