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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kobe to Shimane

Composite routes from Kobe to Shimane

Cheapest
4 h 29 min
Car
323 km.
from $17

Transport providers

Airlines

Japan Airlines

Website:
jal.com/
Plane from Osaka International Airport to Izumo
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.52–$495.44

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Okayama
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$33.03–$49.54

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Okayama to Matsue
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$39.38–$54.63
Train from Himeji to Izumoshi
Ave. Duration:
4h 33m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$58.44–$82.57

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
0570-00-2486
Website:
jr-odekake.net/
Train from Motomachi to Himeji
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes

Bus operators

Chugoku JR Bus Company

Phone:
0570-666-012
Website:
chugoku-jrbus.co.jp/
Bus from Shinki Bus Kobe Sannomiya Bus Terminal to Matsue
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$34.30–$47.00

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Shimane is to drive which costs $28.26 - $42.39 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Shimane is to fly which takes 2h 39m and costs $81.52 - $260.87 .

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Shimane?

No, there is no direct train from Kobe to Shimane. However, there are services departing from Motomachi and arriving at Matsueshinjikoonsen via Himeji and Dentetsuizumoshi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 8m.

How far is it from Kobe to Shimane?

The distance between Kobe and Shimane is 270 km. The road distance is 269.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Shimane without a car is to bus which takes 3h 58m and costs $40.22 - $53.26 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Kobe to Shimane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Shimane train from?

Kobe to Shimane train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Motomachi station.

Train, bus or fly from Kobe to Shimane?

The best way to get from Kobe to Shimane is to bus which takes 3h 58m and costs $40.22 - $53.26 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70.65 - $103.26 and takes 4h 17m, you could also fly, which costs $81.52 - $260.87 and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Kobe to Shimane train arrive?

Kobe to Shimane train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Himeji station.

Can I drive from Kobe to Shimane?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Shimane is 269 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Kobe to Shimane.

Where can I stay near Shimane?

There are 14+ hotels available in Shimane. Prices start at $24.41 per night.
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