Kobe to Ikoma by train
Ikoma lies 47 km (29 mi) east of Kobe, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 16 min at the speeds typical of Japan rail, over roughly 58 km (36 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Kobe | Ikoma | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 1.5 million | 120,741 |
| Elevation | 35 m (115 ft) | 146 m (479 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Stations on record | Kobe-Sannomiya Station, Kōbe Station, Motomachi Station | Higashi-Ikoma Station, Higashiyama Station, Haginodai Station |
| Postal codes | 701-1201–761-4146 | 250-0124–323-0051 |
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Common questions
How far is Ikoma from Kobe?
47 km (29 mi) in a straight line, east of Kobe; by road roughly 58 km (36 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kobe to Ikoma by train?
About 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kobe and Ikoma?
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.