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

Showing times and prices for Jun 25

Cheapest price

$20

Average price

$20

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 traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Kyoto to Kobe will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Kyoto for Kobe on Thu, Jun 25, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jun 25 the 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 .

On Thu, Jun 25 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
    6:02 AM0h27
    Kyoto
    6:29 AMKobe
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

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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, June 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
JR Central6:02 AM Kyoto
0h27
6:29 AM Kobe0 transfersDirect
Friday, June 26
JR CentralNozomi 1016:55 AM Kyoto Station
0h28
7:23 AM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7317:20 AM Kyoto Station
0h26
7:46 AM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 1037:41 AM Kyoto Station
0h27
8:08 AM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7338:01 AM Kyoto Station
0h26
8:27 AM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 998:03 AM Kyoto Station
0h28
8:31 AM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 18:09 AM Kyoto Station
0h27
8:36 AM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 38:26 AM Kyoto Station
0h27
8:53 AM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7358:29 AM Kyoto Station
0h28
8:57 AM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 58:47 AM Kyoto Station
0h27
9:14 AM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 79:02 AM Kyoto Station
0h27
9:29 AM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 1179:14 AM Kyoto Station
0h27
9:41 AM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 99:25 AM Kyoto Station
0h28
9:53 AM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7019:43 AM Kyoto Station
0h28
10:11 AM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 119:46 AM Kyoto Station
0h28
10:14 AM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 1310:02 AM Kyoto Station
0h27
10:29 AM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 6110:16 AM Kyoto Station
0h28
10:44 AM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 1510:25 AM Kyoto Station
0h28
10:53 AM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 70310:43 AM Kyoto Station
0h28
11:11 AM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 1710:46 AM Kyoto Station
0h28
11:14 AM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 6311:02 AM Kyoto Station
0h27
11:29 AM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 13511:16 AM Kyoto Station
0h28
11:44 AM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 1911:25 AM Kyoto Station
0h28
11:53 AM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 70511:43 AM Kyoto Station
0h28
12:11 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2111:46 AM Kyoto Station
0h28
12:14 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 6512:02 PM Kyoto Station
0h27
12:29 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2312:25 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
12:53 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 70712:43 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
1:11 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2512:46 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
1:14 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 671:02 PM Kyoto Station
0h27
1:29 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 271:25 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
1:53 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7091:43 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
2:11 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 291:46 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
2:14 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 692:02 PM Kyoto Station
0h27
2:29 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 312:25 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
2:53 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7112:43 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
3:11 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 332:46 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
3:14 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 713:02 PM Kyoto Station
0h27
3:29 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 353:25 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
3:53 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7133:43 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
4:11 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 373:46 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
4:14 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 734:02 PM Kyoto Station
0h27
4:29 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 394:25 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
4:53 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7154:43 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
5:11 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 414:46 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
5:14 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 1794:52 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
5:20 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 755:02 PM Kyoto Station
0h27
5:29 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 435:25 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
5:53 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7175:43 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
6:11 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 455:46 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
6:14 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 1875:52 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
6:20 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 776:02 PM Kyoto Station
0h27
6:29 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 476:25 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
6:53 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7196:43 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
7:11 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 496:46 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
7:14 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 1956:52 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
7:20 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 517:02 PM Kyoto Station
0h27
7:29 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 537:25 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
7:53 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7217:43 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
8:11 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 557:46 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
8:14 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2037:52 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
8:20 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 798:02 PM Kyoto Station
0h27
8:29 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 578:25 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
8:53 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2098:33 PM Kyoto Station
0h29
9:02 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 818:46 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
9:14 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 599:07 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
9:35 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 839:22 PM Kyoto Station
0h28
9:50 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 859:33 PM Kyoto Station
0h29
10:02 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 879:53 PM Kyoto Station
0h27
10:20 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 8910:14 PM Kyoto Station
0h27
10:41 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 9110:32 PM Kyoto Station
0h27
10:59 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 9310:50 PM Kyoto Station
0h27
11:17 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 9511:05 PM Kyoto Station
0h27
11:32 PM Kobe0 transfersDirect

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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 $20 (€16) 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 39 miles (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
39 miles (64 km)
Average train duration
28m
Cheapest ticket price
$20 (€16)
Trains per day
68
Direct trains
68
Fastest train
27m
First train
4:43 AM
Last train
1:14 PM
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 $20 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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Average Duration
28m
Cheapest Price
$20 (€16)

FAQs: Trains from Kyoto to Kobe

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
Yes. You can buy tickets online for trains from Kyoto to Kobe, but the exact process depends on the operator and ticket type. In general, you select your date and time, choose seat options, pay, and receive either an e-ticket/QR code or details for ticket pickup.
The cheapest way to travel by train from Kyoto to Kobe is usually to choose slower services or less in-demand departure times, and book in advance when possible. If both reserved and non-reserved seating is available, non-reserved options can sometimes be cheaper. To save money, compare different times and services and book earlier when you can.
Child ticket rules depend on the operator, but in Japan a child ticket generally applies to ages 6–11, and age 12 and over is an adult ticket. Age is usually based on the child’s age on the day of travel.
Children can sometimes travel for free, but it depends on age and whether they need their own seat. In Japan, children under 6 can travel free if they don’t occupy a separate seat, and each paying adult can typically accompany up to two children under 6 for free.
Yes, most children need a ticket when traveling by train from Kyoto to Kobe. In Japan, ages 6–11 typically need a child ticket (often about half the adult fare), while children under 6 may travel free if they don’t occupy a separate seat.
Yes, a day trip from Kyoto to Kobe is possible by train, with journey times of around 27m each way. That said, Kobe has a lot to see, so an overnight stay often makes for a more relaxed visit.
Yes, there are direct trains from Kyoto to Kobe. On this route, many services run without any changes, making it an easy trip by rail.
The average train journey from Kyoto to Kobe takes around 27m. Travel times can be longer on slower services or at busy times, so it’s worth checking options for your travel date.
Trains from Kyoto to Kobe usually run frequently throughout the day, with regular departures on most dates. Check the schedule for your travel date to see the exact departure times.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Kyoto to Kobe. On this route, the Shinkansen offers the fastest and most frequent connections.
High-speed train tickets from Kyoto to Kobe are typically priced higher than slower services. Costs can vary by seat type (reserved vs non-reserved), class, and the specific service you choose.
Most travelers need at least three days in Kobe to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
You can bring luggage on the train from Kyoto to Kobe, but size rules may apply. On Japan’s Shinkansen, luggage up to 160 cm total dimensions (length + width + height) can be taken onboard without a reservation, while larger items may require a reservation for designated luggage space.
Japan is generally very safe, but it’s still best not to leave luggage unattended. If you need to step away briefly, keep valuables with you and leave only low-value items behind, and place bags where you can keep an eye on them when possible.
Standard-sized luggage can usually go in the overhead racks or near your seat. On Shinkansen services, oversized baggage is stored in designated areas (often behind the last row), which are typically available only when you reserve the appropriate seat/space.
There isn’t a night train on this route. Most travelers take daytime services, including high-speed trains like the Shinkansen, which make the journey fast and convenient.
Non-reserved seats are first-come, first-served seating in designated cars on services that offer them. You don’t get a seat number, so you line up at the platform markings and take any open seat once you board; if it’s busy, you may need to stand until a seat frees up.
On Japan’s Shinkansen routes, luggage is considered oversized if total dimensions (length + width + height) are 160–250 cm. Oversized items usually require a seat reservation with designated luggage space, and items over 250 cm are not allowed onboard.
Train tickets from Kyoto to Kobe can cost as little as $20 (€16) when booked in advance. The average ticket price is around $21 (€17), but prices vary depending on the type of train, the time of day, and whether you choose a reserved seat or a higher class.
Train services from Kyoto to Kobe are operated by JR Central, JR Central. On this route, high-speed services are part of Japan Railways’ network.
Whether a rail pass is valid from Kyoto to Kobe depends on the operator and service type. In Japan, the JR Pass can be used on some Shinkansen services (such as Hikari and Kodama) but not on certain fastest services (such as Nozomi).
A rail pass can be worth it if you plan to take several long-distance train journeys during your trip. For a single journey, a normal ticket is often more cost-effective, especially if the pass doesn’t cover the fastest services you want to take.
Suica is useful for local trains and subways, but it usually isn’t enough by itself for long-distance Shinkansen travel from Kyoto to Kobe. You can use Suica for local segments to and from the stations, while the Shinkansen portion typically needs its own ticket and (if you want a specific seat) a seat reservation.
You don’t always need to reserve a seat, but it’s often a good idea on busy routes or at peak times. Some services offer non-reserved seating (first-come, first-served), while reserved seats give you a specific seat number and more certainty.
Yes. Trains on this route typically have onboard toilets, including Western-style toilets on many services. Facilities are usually clean and easy to use, which helps on longer travel days or when traveling with children.
If you’re traveling at peak times, want a specific departure, want seats together, or prefer extra certainty, book in advance. If you’re flexible and traveling off-peak, you can often buy tickets closer to departure, but you’ll have fewer choices for times and seats.
Many services offer onboard Wi-Fi, but coverage and reliability can vary, especially in tunnels or at high speed. It’s usually fine for messaging and light browsing, but may not be stable enough for video calls or heavy work.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Kyoto to Kobe

Most Kyoto to Kobe trains use the Kyoto Station to station pair. Use this guide to compare Kyoto and Kobe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Kyoto
Arrival train stations in Kobe

Which Kyoto station do trains to Kobe leave from?

Trains from Kyoto to Kobe leave from Kyoto Station. The station is 2 miles (4 km) from Kyoto city centre at Karasuma-dōri, Shimogyō-ku, Kyoto, Japan.
Kyoto StationKarasuma-dōri, Shimogyō-ku, Kyoto, JapanWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Kyoto Station from Kyoto city centre

Kyoto Station is 3 km from Kyoto city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainJR Sagano Line Rapid Service, Sagano Line Local, Hashidate, Kinosaki, [188384] Ltd. Exp Maizuru 4, [188391] Ltd. Exp Maizuru 2 · 6m · $1 · every ~19 min
Bus205 · 7m · $1 · every ~34 min
28m
SubwayK: Karasuma · 7m · $1 · every ~16 min

Kyoto Station train station facilities and services

Kyoto Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: 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.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi is available in the JR areas of the station. ATMs are aTMs are available throughout the station, including a 24-hour ATM at the Post Office.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Kyoto Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Kyoto Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Kyoto Station: The station is equipped with elevators, escalators, and accessible restrooms to accommodate passengers with disabilities.

More about Kyoto Station

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