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

The cheapest way to get from Kusatsu to Kanazawa is to drive which costs ¥4800 - ¥7000 and takes 3h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kusatsu to Kanazawa is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs ¥4800 - ¥7000.

How far is it from Kusatsu to Kanazawa?

The distance between Kusatsu and Kanazawa is 352 km. The road distance is 279.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kusatsu to Kanazawa without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 24m and costs ¥5000 - ¥9000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Kusatsu to Kanazawa, including transfers.

Can I drive from Kusatsu to Kanazawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Kusatsu to Kanazawa is 279 km. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Kusatsu to Kanazawa.

Where can I stay near Kanazawa?

There are 566+ hotels available in Kanazawa.

Kusatsu to Kanazawa - 2 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Kusatsu to Kanazawa by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from 草津温泉 to 軽井沢駅北口（２番のりば）bus 草津温泉～西吾妻病院～軽井沢 / ...
2. Take the train from Karuizawa to Kanazawatrain Hakutaka
4h 24m
¥5,321–8,549
Drive 279.3 km
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1. Drive from Kusatsu to Kanazawacar 279.3 km
3h 38m
¥4,812–6,950

Kusatsu to Kanazawa by bus and train

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4h 24mAverage Duration

¥5,321Cheapest Price

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Distance: 351.7 km
Duration: 4h 24m

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

There is no direct connection from Kusatsu to Kanazawa. However, you can take the bus to 軽井沢駅北口（２番のりば）, walk to Karuizawa, then take the train to Kanazawa. Alternatively, you can drive from Kusatsu to Kanazawa in around 3h 38m.

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