Day trip from Kobe to Matsubara
Matsubara lies 36 km (23 mi) east of Kobe, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 36 km (23 mi) apart, Matsubara is a realistic day trip from Kobe: about 35 min each way by road.
| Kobe | Matsubara | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 1.5 million | 130,855 |
| Elevation | 35 m (115 ft) | 24 m (79 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Postal codes | 701-1201–761-4146 | 030-0813–999-0606 |
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Staying in Matsubara
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Common questions
How far is Matsubara from Kobe?
36 km (23 mi) in a straight line, east of Kobe; by road roughly 44 km (28 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kobe to Matsubara by road?
About 35 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kobe and Matsubara?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
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.