Kyoto to Kanazawa

Kyoto to Kanazawa

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Kyoto to Kanazawa Schedule

Kyoto to Kanazawa Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Thunderbird JR West Standard Class Unreserved 06:59 - 09:14¥ 5,566
Thunderbird JR West Standard Class Unreserved 09:09 - 11:24¥ 5,566
Thunderbird JR West Standard Class Unreserved 11:11 - 13:26¥ 5,566
Thunderbird JR West Standard Class Unreserved 12:11 - 14:26¥ 5,566
Thunderbird JR West Standard Class Unreserved 15:11 - 17:26¥ 5,566
Kintetsu Bus ZKN24 Express 16:05 - 20:55¥ 3,663
Thunderbird JR West Standard Class Unreserved 19:41 - 21:56¥ 5,566
Thunderbird JR West Standard Class Unreserved 21:23 - 23:38¥ 5,566

Transportation from Kyoto to Kanazawa

Facts about the transport from Kyoto to Kanazawa

Cheapest Transport$28
Fastest Transport2h 15m
Earliest Departure6:59 AM
Latest Departure9:23 PM
Departures per day15
Distance113 kilometers
Transport CompaniesKintetsu Bus ZKN24, Thunderbird JR West

Kyoto to Kanazawa Destination Reviews

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How to get from Kyoto to Kanazawa

Travelling between Kyoto and Kanazawa is possible by Bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 36.80 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 36.80.

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

It can take you anywhere between 3 and 5 hours to travel between Kyoto and Kanazawa depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Kyoto and Kanazawa. Train will bring you to your destination in 2h 15m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 4h 50m to reach Kanazawa.

How much does it cost to get from Kyoto to Kanazawa?

Travelling between Kyoto and Kanazawa can be as cheap as USD 36.80 if you opt for a Thunderbird JR West train and as expensive as USD 36.80 if you buy a Thunderbird JR West Train ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Kyoto and Kanazawa ?

  • 15 from Kyoto to Kanazawa starting from 06:59 Kyoto until 21:23 Kyoto

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Kyoto to Kanazawa.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Kyoto to Kanazawa overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Kyoto and Kanazawa

Kintetsu Bus ZKN24

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Kyoto to Kanazawa?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% took a train