The cheapest and fastest coaches from Kobe to Hiroshima
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 28 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Kobe to Hiroshima is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kobe to Hiroshima will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $31.
Of the 2 buses that leave Kobe for Hiroshima every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 252 km distance in an average of 6 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9667012:00 AM6h35Kobe, Sannomiya [Kosha]6:35 AMHiroshima, Bus Center$311One-way0 changes
9667012:00 AM6h20Kobe, Sannomiya [Kosha]6:20 AMBus Station Hiroshima Eki Kitaguchi$311One-way0 changes
9667012:00 AM6h20Kobe, Sannomiya [Kosha]6:20 AMBus Station Hiroshima Eki Kitaguchi$311One-way0 changes
9667012:00 AM6h35Kobe, Sannomiya [Kosha]6:35 AMHiroshima, Bus Center$311One-way0 changes
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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Kobe to Hiroshima
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kobe to Hiroshima among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $31, and a train costs an average of $69.
Distance: 252 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$41 Average Price Cheapest | $73 Average Price |
7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Kobe to Hiroshima bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kobe to Hiroshima coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday, 10 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
96670 | 12:00 AM Kobe, Sannomiya [Kosha] | 6h20 | 6:20 AM Bus Station Hiroshima Eki Kitaguchi | 0 changesdirect | |
96670 | 12:00 AM Kobe, Sannomiya [Kosha] | 6h35 | 6:35 AM Hiroshima, Bus Center | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kobe to Hiroshima
Buses from Kobe to Hiroshima run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $31 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 23:50, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 252 km distance in 6h 35m.
Distance 252 km |
Average bus duration 6h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 35m |
First bus 11:50 PM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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FAQs: Kobe to Hiroshima coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kobe to Hiroshima by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hiroshima, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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