Kobe to Iwakuni

Kobe to Iwakuni

Kobe
Iwakuni
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Kobe to Iwakuni Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Flight
All Nippon Airways
Economy
07:05
08:20
$298.00
Train
Shinkansen JR Central
Standard
07:12
09:37
$69.96
Train
Shinkansen JR Central
Unreserved seat
07:12
09:37
$66.51
Train
Shinkansen JR Central
Standard
07:53
10:18
$69.96
Train
Shinkansen JR Central
Unreserved seat
07:53
10:18
$66.51
Train
Shinkansen JR Central
Standard
09:45
12:10
$69.96
Train
Shinkansen JR Central
Unreserved seat
09:45
12:10
$66.51
Train
Shinkansen JR Central
Standard
10:50
13:15
$69.96
Train
Shinkansen JR Central
Unreserved seat
10:50
13:15
$66.51
Train
Shinkansen JR Central
Standard
11:50
14:15
$69.96
Train
Shinkansen JR Central
Unreserved seat
11:50
14:15
$66.51
Train
Shinkansen JR Central
Unreserved seat
16:45
19:10
$66.51
Train
Shinkansen JR Central
Standard
16:50
19:15
$69.96
Train
Shinkansen JR Central
Unreserved seat
17:45
20:10
$66.51
Train
Shinkansen JR Central
Standard
17:50
20:15
$69.96
Train
Shinkansen JR Central
Standard
18:50
21:15
$69.96
Train
Shinkansen JR Central
Unreserved seat
18:50
21:15
$66.51

How to get from Kobe to Iwakuni

Travelling between Kobe and Iwakuni is possible by Bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 73.45 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 62.56.

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

It can take you anywhere between 3 and 9 hours to travel between Kobe and Iwakuni depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Kobe and Iwakuni. Train will bring you to your destination in 2h 25m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 8h 45m to reach Iwakuni.

How much does it cost to get from Kobe to Iwakuni?

Travelling between Kobe and Iwakuni can be as cheap as USD 62.56 if you opt for a Kintetsu Bus ZKN1 bus and as expensive as USD 73.45 if you buy a Shinkansen JR Central Train ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Kobe and Iwakuni ?

  • 16 from Kobe to Iwakuni starting from 07:03 Shin Kobe until 18:50 Shin Kobe
  • 1 from Kobe to Iwakuni starting from 23:30 Sannomiya Kobe Maiko until 23:30 Sannomiya Kobe Maiko

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Kobe to Iwakuni.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Kobe to Iwakuni overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Kobe and Iwakuni

Kintetsu Bus ZKN1

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Kobe to Iwakuni?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% opted for a bus

Transportation from Kobe to Iwakuni

Facts about the transport from Kobe to Iwakuni

Cheapest Transport$63
Fastest Transport2h 25m
Earliest Departure7:03 早上
Latest Departure11:30 晚上
Departures per day17
Distance121 kilometers
Transport CompaniesKintetsu Bus ZKN1, Shinkansen JR Central