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How to get from Kobe to Hakone

Every practical way to travel from Kobe to Hakone, compared on time, cost and changes.

Shin-Kobe StationHakone-Yumoto Station

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  • Shinkansen (Bullet Train)

    Fastest
    Journey time
    4h 13m
    Typical fare
    ¥21,990
    Changes
    1

    Via Kobe → Tokyo → Hakone

    Odakyu Romancecar from Shinjuku

  • Highway Bus

    Cheapest
    Journey time
    9h 52m
    Typical fare
    ¥9,010
    Changes
    2

    Via Kobe → Osaka → Tokyo → Hakone

    Overnight highway bus

    Odakyu Romancecar from Shinjuku

Journey times and fares are typical one-way figures for a standard seat, not live quotes. Peak-season, reserved-seat and green-car prices run higher — always confirm at the time of booking.

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Frequently asked

What is the fastest way to get from Kobe to Hakone?
Shinkansen (Bullet Train) — about 4h 13m for a typical fare of ¥21,990.
What is the cheapest way to get from Kobe to Hakone?
Highway Bus — about 9h 52m for a typical fare of ¥9,010.
How long does it take to get from Kobe to Hakone?
Shinkansen (Bullet Train) — about 4h 13m for a typical fare of ¥21,990.

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