Driving from Ginowan to Kobe
Kobe lies 1,176 km (731 mi) north-east of Ginowan, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 17 h 56 min without stops, over roughly 1,434 km (891 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Ginowan | Kobe | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 100,125 | 1.5 million |
| Elevation | 105 m (344 ft) | 35 m (115 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Postal codes | 901-2211–901-2701 | 701-1201–761-4146 |
Where to book car hire from Ginowan to Kobe
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Staying in Kobe
Our booking partner lists 220 places to stay in Kobe. Of the 189 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (93), and 12 are five-star. Across 125 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.4 out of 10. Guests have left 153,087 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Kobe from Ginowan?
1,176 km (731 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Ginowan; by road roughly 1,434 km (891 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ginowan to Kobe by car?
About 17 h 56 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ginowan and Kobe?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where can I stay in Kobe?
Our booking partner lists 220 places to stay in Kobe, 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 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.