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How to get fromKyoto to Gokayamaby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kyoto to Gokayama by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, bus via Tsuruga

    best
    1. Take the train from Kyōto to Tsurugatrain train
    2. Take the train from Tsuruga to Kanazawatrain train
    3. Take the bus from Kanazawa Station to Gokayama Suganumabus bus
    4h 11m
    ¥4,719–7,768

  2. Drive 269.7 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Kyoto to Gokayamacar car 269.7 km
    3h 49m
    ¥4,684–6,766

  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Kyōto to Takayamatrain train Hida 25
    2. Take the bus from Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminal to Shirakawagobus bus Takayama
    7h 29m

Kyoto to Gokayama by train and bus

Calendar35Weekly Services
Duration4h 11mAverage Duration
Ticket¥4,719Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 281.3 km
  • Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Kyoto, Japan and Gokayama, Toyama, Japan?

There is no direct connection from Kyoto to Gokayama. However, you can take the train to Tsuruga, take the train to Kanazawa, walk to Kanazawa Station, then take the bus to Gokayama Suganuma. Alternatively, you can drive from Kyoto to Gokayama in around 3h 49m.

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