Kobe to Toyama by train
Toyama lies 289 km (180 mi) north-east of Kobe, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 35 min at the speeds typical of Japan rail, over roughly 353 km (219 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Kobe | Toyama | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 1.5 million | 415,844 |
| Elevation | 35 m (115 ft) | 11 m (36 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Stations on record | Kobe-Sannomiya Station, Kōbe Station, Motomachi Station | Toyama Station, Kureha Station, Hayahoshi Station |
| Postal codes | 701-1201–761-4146 | 028-3535–999-8523 |
Where to book trains from Kobe to Toyama
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Staying in Toyama
Our booking partner lists 60 places to stay in Toyama. Of the 55 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (31), and 1 are five-star. Across 32 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.3 out of 10. Guests have left 35,993 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Toyama from Kobe?
289 km (180 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Kobe; by road roughly 353 km (219 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kobe to Toyama by train?
About 1 h 35 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kobe and Toyama?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where can I stay in Toyama?
Our booking partner lists 60 places to stay in Toyama, 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.