How to travel from Gotō Islands to Kobe, Japan
The distance between Gotō Islands and Kobe is around 691km (430 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 60m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Gotō Islands to Kobe by ferry, train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Kobe → Gotō Islands if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Fukue (FUJ) to Osaka Itami (ITM).
- Duration2h 60m
- Flight time1h 50m
- Typical cost¥18,755($135)
+ 1 others3 similiar routes
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Nagasaki then take the bus to Sannomiya Station.
- Duration12h 55m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥20,535($150)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Nagasaki then take the train to Hakata and then to Shin-Kobe.
- Duration6h 15m
- Departs4 times a day
- Typical cost¥26,010($190)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Nagasaki then drive to Kobe.
- Duration9h 55m
- Departs4 times a day
- Typical cost¥18,210($135)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gotō Islands and Kobe
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Gotō Islands to Kobe by ferry, train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then drive which costs around ¥18,210 ($135) and will take around 9h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 60m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥18,755 ($135).
The distance between Gotō Islands and Kobe is around 691km (430 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 628km (390 miles)
It takes around 6h 15m to get from Gotō Islands and Kobe by ferry and train.
The quickest way to get from Gotō Islands to Kobe is to fly which takes around 2h 60m and will set you back approx ¥18,755 ($135).
The cheapest way to travel between Gotō Islands and Kobe is to take a ferry and then drive which will typically cost around ¥18,210 ($135) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Gotō Islands and Kobe. We recommend that you fly from Fukue (FUJ) to Osaka Itami (ITM). instead which will take 2h 60m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Gotō Islands and Kobe. We recommend that you fly from Fukue (FUJ) to Osaka Itami (ITM). instead which will take 2h 60m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Gotō Islands and Kobe. Flights depart from Fukue (FUJ) and arrive at Osaka Itami (ITM) - via Fukuoka (FUK). The flight takes around 1h 50m.
There is no direct flight from Gotō Islands to Kobe. There is however a flight that goes via Fukuoka (FUK). This services will take at least 2h 60m (not including layover time).
The flight from Gotō Islands to Kobe typically takes around 1h 50m. Flights depart from Fukue (FUJ) and and arrive into Osaka Itami (ITM).
The closest major airport to Kobe is Kobe Airport (UKB) (UKB) which is approximately 7km (4 miles) from Kobe. Itami Airport (ITM) (ITM) and Kansai International Airport (KIX) (KIX) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Gotō Islands to Kobe. We recommend that you take a ferry to Nagasaki then take the train to Hakata and then to Shin-Kobe. instead which will take 6h 15m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gotō Islands to Kobe is to take a ferry and then take the train which takes, on average, 6h 15m and will usually cost around ¥26,010 ($190).
Compare travel optionsbetween Gotō Islands and Kobe
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 3 similar | 2h 60m | ¥18,755($135) | every 30 mins | 719km (447 miles) |
| Ferry and Plane | 3h 55m | ¥23,820($175) | 4 times a day | 691km (430 miles) |
| Ferry to Nagasaki, Fly | 4h 25m | ¥28,610($210) | 4 times a day | 742km (461 miles) |
| Ferry, Train and Plane | 5h 50m | ¥28,610($210) | 4 times a day | 790km (491 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 12h 55m | ¥20,535($150) | once daily | 828km (514 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 1 similar | 6h 15m | ¥26,010($190) | 4 times a day | 793km (493 miles) |
| Ferry to Sasebo Station, train | 7h 15m | ¥22,040($160) | twice daily | 730km (454 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 9h 55m | ¥18,210($135) | 4 times a day | 830km (516 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Gotō Islands and Kobe
Airlines
Skymark Airlines
Oriental Air Bridge
Ibex Airlines
Ferry operators
Kyuushuu Shosen
Train operators
Bus companies
Kintetsu Bus
Airports near Kobe
The following major airports near Kobe offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
- Distance
- 7km (4 miles) from Kobe
Itami Airport (ITM)
- Distance
- 25km (16 miles) from Kobe
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
- Distance
- 29km (18 miles) from Kobe