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

The cheapest way to get from Ōtsu to Kanazawa is to train which costs ¥3700 - ¥5500 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ōtsu to Kanazawa is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs ¥3700 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct train between Ōtsu and Kanazawa?

No, there is no direct train from Ōtsu to Kanazawa. However, there are services departing from Zeze and arriving at Kanazawa via Kyōto and Tsuruga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Ōtsu to Kanazawa?

The distance between Ōtsu and Kanazawa is 247 km. The road distance is 216.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ōtsu to Kanazawa without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs ¥3700 - ¥5500.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Ōtsu to Kanazawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ōtsu to Kanazawa train from?

Ōtsu to Kanazawa train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Kyōto station.

Where does the Ōtsu to Kanazawa train arrive?

Ōtsu to Kanazawa train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Tsuruga station.

Can I drive from Ōtsu to Kanazawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Ōtsu to Kanazawa is 216 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Ōtsu to Kanazawa.

Where can I stay near Kanazawa?

There are 563+ hotels available in Kanazawa.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Tsurugatrain Thunderbird
2. Take the train from Tsuruga to Kanazawatrain Tsurugi
2h 52m
¥3,723–5,309
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kyoto to Nagoyatrain Hikari / ...
2. Take the bus from Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit to Kanazawa Station West Gatebus Nagoya
5h 29m
Drive 216.3 km
1. Drive from Ōtsu to Kanazawacar 216.3 km
2h 57m
¥3,752–5,420

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Distance: 247.3 km
Duration: 2h 52m

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

You can take a train from Zeze to Kanazawa via Kyōto and Tsuruga in around 2h 52m.

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