Kobe to Nagoya by bus
Nagoya lies 166 km (103 mi) east of Kobe, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 3 h 14 min including stops, over roughly 203 km (126 mi) of road.
| Kobe | Nagoya | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 1.5 million | 2.3 million |
| Elevation | 35 m (115 ft) | 23 m (75 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Postal codes | 701-1201–761-4146 | 289-0116–952-0311 |
Where to book buses from Kobe to Nagoya
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Staying in Nagoya
Our booking partner lists 405 places to stay in Nagoya. Of the 360 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (223), and 8 are five-star. Across 192 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.2 out of 10. Guests have left 299,183 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Nagoya from Kobe?
166 km (103 mi) in a straight line, east of Kobe; by road roughly 203 km (126 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kobe to Nagoya by bus?
About 3 h 14 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kobe and Nagoya?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where can I stay in Nagoya?
Our booking partner lists 405 places to stay in Nagoya, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.