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

The cheapest way to get from Niigata to Kanazawa is to train which costs ¥4700 - ¥6500 and takes 5h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Niigata to Kanazawa is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs ¥5000 - ¥8000.

Is there a direct bus between Niigata and Kanazawa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Toppara and arriving at Ekinishi Godochosha-mae. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Niigata and Kanazawa?

No, there is no direct train from Niigata to Kanazawa. However, there are services departing from Aoyama(Niigata) and arriving at Kanazawa via Niigata and Joetsumyoko. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Niigata to Kanazawa?

The distance between Niigata and Kanazawa is 439 km. The road distance is 302.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Niigata to Kanazawa without a car is to bus which takes 4h 41m and costs ¥5000 - ¥9000.

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

The bus from Toppara to Ekinishi Godochosha-mae takes 4h 41m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Niigata to Kanazawa bus from?

Niigata to Kanazawa bus services, operated by Hokuriku Railroad, depart from Toppara station.

Where do I catch the Niigata to Kanazawa train from?

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

Train or bus from Niigata to Kanazawa?

The best way to get from Niigata to Kanazawa is to bus which takes 4h 41m and costs ¥5000 - ¥9000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥4700 - ¥6500 and takes 5h 19m.

Where does the Niigata to Kanazawa bus arrive?

Niigata to Kanazawa bus services, operated by Hokuriku Railroad, arrive at Ekinishi Godochosha-mae station.

Where does the Niigata to Kanazawa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Niigata to Kanazawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Niigata to Kanazawa is 302 km. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Niigata to Kanazawa.

Where can I stay near Kanazawa?

There are 566+ hotels available in Kanazawa.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Toppara to Ekinishi Godochosha-maebus Niigata
4h 41m
¥5,000–9,000
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Niigata to Joetsumyokotrain [187276] Ltd. Exp Shirayuki 2 / ...
2. Take the train from Joetsumyoko to Kanazawatrain Hakutaka
5h 19m
¥4,745–6,469
Drive 302.3 km
1. Drive from Niigata to Kanazawacar 302.3 km
3h 28m
¥5,249–7,581

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Distance: 438.8 km
Duration: 4h 41m

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

Hokuriku Railroad operates a bus from Toppara to Ekinishi Godochosha-mae twice daily. Tickets cost ¥5,000–9,000 and the journey takes 4h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aoyama(Niigata) to Kanazawa via Niigata and Joetsumyoko in around 5h 19m.

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