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

The cheapest way to get from Kanazawa to Murakami is to bus and train which costs ¥5500 - ¥8000 and takes 6h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kanazawa to Murakami is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs ¥6000 - ¥9500.

Is there a direct train between Kanazawa and Murakami?

No, there is no direct train from Kanazawa to Murakami. However, there are services departing from Kanazawa and arriving at Murakami(Niigata) via Joetsumyoko and Niigata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Kanazawa to Murakami?

The distance between Kanazawa and Murakami is 377 km. The road distance is 363.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kanazawa to Murakami without a car is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs ¥5500 - ¥7500.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Kanazawa to Murakami, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kanazawa to Murakami train from?

Kanazawa to Murakami train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Kanazawa station.

Where does the Kanazawa to Murakami train arrive?

Kanazawa to Murakami train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Joetsumyoko station.

Can I drive from Kanazawa to Murakami?

Yes, the driving distance between Kanazawa to Murakami is 363 km. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Kanazawa to Murakami.

Where can I stay near Murakami?

There are seven+ hotels available in Murakami.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Kanazawa to Joetsumyokotrain
2. Take the train from Joetsumyoko to Niigatatrain
3. Take the train from Niigata to Murakami(Niigata)train
5h 49m
¥5,557–7,433
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ekinishi Godochosha-mae to Niigata Eki Maebus Niigata
2. Take the train from Niigata to Murakami(Niigata)train [186388] Ltd. Exp Inaho 3 / ...
6h 36m
¥5,562–7,556
Drive 363.1 km
1. Drive from Kanazawa to Murakamicar 363.1 km
4h 20m
¥6,299–9,098

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Distance: 376.9 km
Duration: 5h 49m

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

You can take a train from Kanazawa to Murakami(Niigata) via Joetsumyoko and Niigata in around 5h 49m.

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