Kobe to Kiryū by train
Kiryū lies 421 km (261 mi) north-east of Kobe, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 18 min at the speeds typical of Japan rail, over roughly 513 km (319 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Kobe | Kiryū | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 1.5 million | 108,991 |
| Elevation | 35 m (115 ft) | 108 m (354 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Stations on record | Kobe-Sannomiya Station, Kōbe Station, Motomachi Station | Shin-Kiryū Station, Nishi-Kiryū Station, Aioi Station |
| Postal codes | 701-1201–761-4146 | 518-0215–520-2111 |
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Common questions
How far is Kiryū from Kobe?
421 km (261 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Kobe; by road roughly 513 km (319 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kobe to Kiryū by train?
About 2 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kobe and Kiryū?
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.