Kobe Airport (UKB) to Kyoto Station

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How to get from the airport to the city centre: time, fare and hours for each option.

1. TrainPort Liner + JR Special Rapid

   75–90 min

   Fare

   ¥1,500–¥1,700

   Hours

   05:40–23:30

   ·

   every 15 min

   Port Liner to Sannomiya, then JR Special Rapid ~50 min direct to Kyoto Station.

   Source: www.kobe-airport.co.jp · checked 2026-09-28

2. TaxiTaxi

   75–100 min

   Fare

   ¥22,000–¥30,000

   Hours

   24h

   Metered; expressway tolls and a late-night surcharge are added on top.

   Source: www.kobe-airport.co.jp · checked 2026-09-28

Fares and timetables change. Confirm with the operator before you travel.