Kobe to Osaka: Road Trip Guide & Distance

17.4 miles 28 km · straight line
22.2 miles actual route 35.8 km · driving distance
43min estimated drive time
JPY 396 - JPY 487 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
89° E bearing direction

How far is Kobe from Osaka?

The distance from Kobe to Osaka is 17.4 miles (28 km) as the crow flies. Osaka is located E of Kobe. By car, the driving distance is approximately 22.2 miles, taking about 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in Japan.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Kobe and Osaka. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Kobe to Osaka

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 43min JPY 396 - JPY 487 Flexible stops

At 22.2 miles, driving is often the most practical option.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Quick Facts

Kobe
34.69°N, 135.20°E
Asia/Tokyo
50m elevation
Osaka
34.69°N, 135.50°E
Asia/Tokyo
0m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 6 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM