Driving from Kobe to Hirakata
Hirakata lies 45 km (28 mi) east of Kobe, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 41 min without stops, over roughly 55 km (34 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Kobe | Hirakata | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 1.5 million | 406,331 |
| Elevation | 35 m (115 ft) | 17 m (56 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Postal codes | 701-1201–761-4146 | 270-0105–999-7681 |
Where to book car hire from Kobe to Hirakata
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Staying in Hirakata
Our booking partner lists 12 places to stay in Hirakata. Of the 6 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (2). Guests have left 1,103 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Hirakata
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Common questions
How far is Hirakata from Kobe?
45 km (28 mi) in a straight line, east of Kobe; by road roughly 55 km (34 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kobe to Hirakata by car?
About 41 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kobe and Hirakata?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where can I stay in Hirakata?
Our booking partner lists 12 places to stay in Hirakata, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- 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.