What is the cheapest way to get from Nagoya to Kanazawa?

The cheapest way to get from Nagoya to Kanazawa is to bus which costs ¥3400 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nagoya to Kanazawa?

The fastest way to get from Nagoya to Kanazawa is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs ¥9000 - ¥15000.

Is there a direct bus between Nagoya and Kanazawa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Meitetsu Bus Center and arriving at Kanazawa Station West Gate station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Nagoya and Kanazawa?

No, there is no direct train from Nagoya station to Kanazawa. However, there are services departing from Nagoya Station and arriving at Kanazawa via Maibara and Tsuruga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Nagoya to Kanazawa?

The distance between Nagoya and Kanazawa is 253 km. The road distance is 215.5 km.

How do I travel from Nagoya to Kanazawa without a car?

The best way to get from Nagoya to Kanazawa without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs ¥9000 - ¥15000.

How long does it take to get from Nagoya to Kanazawa?

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Nagoya to Kanazawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nagoya to Kanazawa bus from?

Nagoya to Kanazawa bus services, operated by Hokuriku Railroad, depart from Meitetsu Bus Center station.

Where do I catch the Nagoya to Kanazawa train from?

Nagoya to Kanazawa train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Nagoya Station.

Train or bus from Nagoya to Kanazawa?

The best way to get from Nagoya to Kanazawa is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs ¥9000 - ¥15000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3400 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Nagoya to Kanazawa bus arrive?

Nagoya to Kanazawa bus services, operated by Hokuriku Railroad, arrive at Kanazawa Station West Gate.

Where does the Nagoya to Kanazawa train arrive?

Nagoya to Kanazawa train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Maibara station.

Can I drive from Nagoya to Kanazawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Nagoya to Kanazawa is 216 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Nagoya to Kanazawa.

Where can I stay near Kanazawa?

There are 548+ hotels available in Kanazawa.

Nagoya to Kanazawa - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Nagoya to Kanazawa by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Maibaratrain
2. Take the train from Maibara to Tsurugatrain
3. Take the train from Tsuruga to Kanazawatrain
2h 48m
¥9,431–14,667
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to Kanazawa Station West Gatebus Nagoya
3h 58m
¥3,400–6,000
Drive 215.5 km
1. Drive from Nagoya to Kanazawacar 215.5 km
2h 55m
¥3,711–5,360

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 253.4 km
Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Nagoya, Japan and Kanazawa, Ishikawa-ken, Japan?

You can take a train from Nagoya Station to Kanazawa via Maibara and Tsuruga in around 2h 48m. Alternatively, Hokuriku Railroad operates a bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to Kanazawa Station West Gate hourly. Tickets cost ¥3,400–6,000 and the journey takes 3h 58m.

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