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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kanazawa to Otsu

Composite routes from Kanazawa to Otsu

Cheapest
2 h 55 min
Car
216 km.
from $11
Other
2 h 36 min
190 km.
from $75.91
4 h 40 min
Bus, Train
190 km.
from $78.78
3 h 25 min
190 km.
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Transport providers

Train operators
Found: 3
Japan Railways Shinkansen
Website
Japan Railways Limited Express
Website
JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company)
Website
Japan Railways Shinkansen
Website
57 min
Every 30 minutes
$34.30–$50.81
050-2016-1603
050-2016-1603
Call
Japan Railways Limited Express
Website
56 min
Hourly
$22.87–$31.76
(050) 2016-1603
(050) 2016-1603
Call
JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company)
Website
1h 28m
Every 4 hours
0570-00-2486
0570-00-2486
Call
Bus operators
Found: 2
Meitetsu Bus
Website
Hokutetsu Transportation
Website
Meitetsu Bus
Website
3h 50m
Hourly
$26.68–$41.92
052-582-5151
052-582-5151
Call
Hokutetsu Transportation
Website
3h 38m
Hourly
$26.68–$41.92
076-234-0123
076-234-0123
Call

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kanazawa to Ōtsu is to drive which costs $25 - $38.04 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kanazawa to Ōtsu is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs $25 - $38.04 .

Is there a direct train between Kanazawa and Ōtsu?

No, there is no direct train from Kanazawa to Ōtsu. However, there are services departing from Kanazawa and arriving at Otsu via Tsuruga and Kyoto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Kanazawa to Ōtsu?

The distance between Kanazawa and Ōtsu is 246 km. The road distance is 248.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kanazawa to Ōtsu without a car is to train via Kyoto which takes 2h 36m and costs $54.35 - $86.96 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Kanazawa to Ōtsu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kanazawa to Ōtsu train from?

Kanazawa to Ōtsu train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Kanazawa station.

Where does the Kanazawa to Ōtsu train arrive?

Kanazawa to Ōtsu train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Tsuruga station.

Can I drive from Kanazawa to Ōtsu?

Yes, the driving distance between Kanazawa to Ōtsu is 248 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Kanazawa to Ōtsu.

Where can I stay near Ōtsu?

There are 2796+ hotels available in Ōtsu. Prices start at $26.72 per night.
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