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

The cheapest way to get from Kanazawa to Hikone is to train which costs ¥2900 - ¥4200 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kanazawa to Hikone is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs ¥3200 - ¥4700.

Is there a direct bus between Kanazawa and Hikone?

No, there is no direct bus from Kanazawa station to Hikone. However, there are services departing from Kanazawa Station West Gate and arriving at Meishin Taga via Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Kanazawa and Hikone?

No, there is no direct train from Kanazawa to Hikone. However, there are services departing from Kanazawa and arriving at Minamihikone via Tsuruga and Maibara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Kanazawa to Hikone?

The distance between Kanazawa and Hikone is 196 km. The road distance is 187.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kanazawa to Hikone without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs ¥2900 - ¥4200.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Kanazawa to Hikone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kanazawa to Hikone bus from?

Kanazawa to Hikone bus services, operated by Hokuriku Railroad, depart from Kanazawa Station West Gate.

Where do I catch the Kanazawa to Hikone train from?

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

Train or bus from Kanazawa to Hikone?

The best way to get from Kanazawa to Hikone is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs ¥2900 - ¥4200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the Kanazawa to Hikone bus arrive?

Kanazawa to Hikone bus services, operated by Hokuriku Railroad, arrive at Meitetsu Bus Center station.

Where does the Kanazawa to Hikone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kanazawa to Hikone?

Yes, the driving distance between Kanazawa to Hikone is 187 km. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Kanazawa to Hikone.

Where can I stay near Hikone?

There are 209+ hotels available in Hikone.

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Kanazawa to Tsurugatrain Tsurugi
2. Take the train from Tsuruga to Maibaratrain Shirasagi / ...
2h 27m
¥2,980–4,173
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kanazawa Station West Gate to Meitetsu Bus Centerbus Nagoya
2. Take the bus from Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit to Meishin Tagabus
6h 18m
Drive 187.4 km
1. Drive from Kanazawa to Hikonecar 187.4 km
2h 10m
¥3,254–4,701

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Distance: 196.2 km
Duration: 2h 27m

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

You can take a train from Kanazawa to Minamihikone via Tsuruga and Maibara in around 2h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kanazawa Station West Gate to Meishin Taga via Meitetsu Bus Center and Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit in around 6h 18m.

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