What is the cheapest way to get from Kanazawa to Shiga Highlands?

The cheapest way to get from Kanazawa to Shiga Highlands is to drive which costs ¥4300 - ¥6500 and takes 3h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kanazawa to Shiga Highlands?

The fastest way to get from Kanazawa to Shiga Highlands is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs ¥14000 - ¥19000.

Is there a direct train between Kanazawa and Shiga Highlands?

No, there is no direct train from Kanazawa to Shiga Highlands. However, there are services departing from Kanazawa and arriving at Shinshunakano via Nagano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Kanazawa to Shiga Highlands?

The distance between Kanazawa and Shiga Highlands is 274 km. The road distance is 249.1 km.

How do I travel from Kanazawa to Shiga Highlands without a car?

The best way to get from Kanazawa to Shiga Highlands without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs ¥14000 - ¥19000.

How long does it take to get from Kanazawa to Shiga Highlands?

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Kanazawa to Shiga Highlands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kanazawa to Shiga Highlands train from?

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

Where does the Kanazawa to Shiga Highlands train arrive?

Kanazawa to Shiga Highlands train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Nagano station.

Can I drive from Kanazawa to Shiga Highlands?

Yes, the driving distance between Kanazawa to Shiga Highlands is 249 km. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Kanazawa to Shiga Highlands.

Where can I stay near Shiga Highlands?

There are 364+ hotels available in Shiga Highlands.

Kanazawa to Shiga Highlands - 2 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Kanazawa to Shiga Highlands by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kanazawa to Naganotrain Kagayaki / ...
2. Take the train from Nagano to Shinshunakanotrain [161427] Nagano Electric Railway / ...
2h 34m
¥14,179–18,385
Drive 249.1 km
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1. Drive from Kanazawa to Shiga Highlandscar 249.1 km
3h 14m
¥4,327–6,250

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Distance: 273.9 km
Duration: 2h 34m

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

You can take a train from Kanazawa to Shiga Highlands via Nagano and Shinshunakano in around 2h 34m.

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