How to Travel from
Kanazawa to Japanese Alps
by Route or Car
Schedule
Kanazawa, Japan → Japanese Alps, Japan
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kanazawa to Japanese Alps
Composite routes from Kanazawa to Japanese Alps
Cheapest
4 h 42 min
Car
264 km.
from $14
Other
6 h 38 min
177 km.
from $413.93
9 h 11 min
178 km.
from $349.80
7 h 23 min
178 km.
from $290.11
10 h 28 min
Bus, Train
177 km.
from $304.65
Transport providers
Train operators
Japan Railways Shinkansen
Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Kanazawa to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$48.27–$69.87
Train from Kanazawa to Sakudaira
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$57.17–$82.57
Japan Railways Limited Express
Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Nagano to Shiojiri
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.06–$27.95
Train from Shiojiri to Kobuchizawa
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.24–$24.14
Train from Matsumoto to Kobuchizawa
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.51–$26.68
JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company)
Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jreast.co.jp/multi/en/
Train from Shiojiri to Kobuchizawa
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.97–$8.26
Train from Saku-Daira to Kobuchizawa
Ave. Duration:
2h 11m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$8.26–$11.43
Train from Matsumoto to Kobuchizawa
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.99–$10.16
Bus operators
ALPICO Kotsu
Phone:
0570-550-373
Website:
alpico.co.jp/en/
Bus from Takayama Nohi Bus Center to Matsumoto
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.07–$49.54
Meitetsu Bus
Phone:
052-582-5151
Website:
meitetsu-bus.co.jp/english
Bus from Kanazawa Station East Gate BT to Meitetsu
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.68–$43.19
Bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to IIjima
Ave. Duration:
2h 21m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$32.41
Hokutetsu Transportation
Phone:
076-234-0123
Website:
hokutetsu.co.jp/en
Bus from Kanazawa Station East Gate BT to Meitetsu
Ave. Duration:
3h 38m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.68–$43.19
Bus from Kanazawa Station to Takayama
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.24–$31.76
Nouhi Bus
Phone:
0577-32-1688
Website:
nouhibus.co.jp/english/
Bus from Kanazawa Station to Takayama
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.87–$33.03
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Kanazawa to Japanese Alps?
The cheapest way to get from Kanazawa to Japanese Alps is to drive which costs $28.26 - $41.30 and takes 4h 50m.
What is the fastest way to get from Kanazawa to Japanese Alps?
The fastest way to get from Kanazawa to Japanese Alps is to drive which takes 4h 50m and costs $28.26 - $41.30 .
How far is it from Kanazawa to Japanese Alps?
The distance between Kanazawa and Japanese Alps is 424 km. The road distance is 265.6 km.
How do I travel from Kanazawa to Japanese Alps without a car?
The best way to get from Kanazawa to Japanese Alps without a car is to train which takes 6h 38m and costs $239.13 - $336.96 .
How long does it take to get from Kanazawa to Japanese Alps?
It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Kanazawa to Japanese Alps, including transfers.
Train, bus or fly from Kanazawa to Japanese Alps?
The best way to get from Kanazawa to Japanese Alps is to train which takes 6h 38m and costs $239.13 - $336.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $206.52 - $271.74 and takes 9h 11m. There are no good options to fly between Kanazawa to Japanese Alps.
Can I drive from Kanazawa to Japanese Alps?
Yes, the driving distance between Kanazawa to Japanese Alps is 266 km. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Kanazawa to Japanese Alps.
Where can I stay near Japanese Alps?
There are 58+ hotels available in Japanese Alps. Prices start at $23.10 per night.
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