Kobe to Shimonoseki

Kobe to Shimonoseki

Kobe
Shimonoseki
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Kobe to Shimonoseki Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
06:19
08:53
$86.22
Flight
Skymark Airlines
Economy
07:10
09:00
$264.72
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
07:47
09:45
$86.22
Flight
Skymark Airlines
Economy
09:15
19:20
$272.81
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
09:33
11:34
$86.22
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
10:50
14:20
$86.22
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
11:50
15:20
$86.22
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Unreserved seat
17:50
21:20
$84.08
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Unreserved seat
18:50
22:20
$84.08
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
19:50
23:13
$86.22

How to get from Kobe to Shimonoseki

Travelling between Kobe and Shimonoseki 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 92.49 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 71.26.

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

It can take you anywhere between 4 and 6 hours to travel between Kobe and Shimonoseki depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Kobe and Shimonoseki. Train will bring you to your destination in 3h 31m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 6h to reach Shimonoseki.

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

Travelling between Kobe and Shimonoseki can be as cheap as USD 71.26 if you opt for a Daishinto Bus bus and as expensive as USD 92.49 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 Shimonoseki ?

  • 16 from Kobe to Shimonoseki starting from 07:12 Shin Kobe until 18:50 Shin Kobe
  • 1 from Kobe to Shimonoseki starting from 23:00 Sannomiya Kobe Maiko until 23:00 Sannomiya Kobe Maiko

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

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

Bus

Travelling from Kobe to Shimonoseki 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 Shimonoseki

Daishinto Bus

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 Shimonoseki?

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 Shimonoseki

Facts about the transport from Kobe to Shimonoseki

Cheapest Transport$72
Fastest Transport3h 31m
Earliest Departure7:12 AM
Latest Departure11:00 PM
Departures per day17
Distance176 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDaishinto Bus, Shinkansen JR Central