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

The cheapest way to get from Handa to Kanazawa is to bus which costs ¥4000 - ¥7000 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Handa to Kanazawa is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs ¥4200 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct train between Handa and Kanazawa?

No, there is no direct train from Handa to Kanazawa. However, there are services departing from Chita Handa and arriving at Kanazawa via Nagoya Station, Maibara and Tsuruga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Handa to Kanazawa?

The distance between Handa and Kanazawa is 287 km. The road distance is 248.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Handa to Kanazawa without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs ¥10000 - ¥16000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Handa to Kanazawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Handa to Kanazawa train from?

Handa to Kanazawa train services, operated by Meitetsu Nagoya Railroad, depart from Chita Handa station.

Train or bus from Handa to Kanazawa?

The best way to get from Handa to Kanazawa is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs ¥10000 - ¥16000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4000 - ¥7000 and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Handa to Kanazawa train arrive?

Handa to Kanazawa train services, operated by Meitetsu Nagoya Railroad, arrive at Meitetsu Nagoya station.

Can I drive from Handa to Kanazawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Handa to Kanazawa is 249 km. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Handa to Kanazawa.

Where can I stay near Kanazawa?

There are 546+ hotels available in Kanazawa.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Chita Handa to Meitetsu Nagoyatrain
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Maibaratrain
3. Take the train from Maibara to Tsurugatrain
4. Take the train from Tsuruga to Kanazawatrain
3h 43m
¥9,999–15,379
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to Kanazawa Station West Gatebus Nagoya
5h 3m
¥3,999–6,679
Drive 248.9 km
1. Drive from Handa to Kanazawacar 248.9 km
3h 25m
¥4,222–6,099

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Handa to Kanazawa.

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Distance: 287.1 km
Duration: 3h 43m

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

You can take a train from Chita Handa to Kanazawa via Meitetsu Nagoya, Nagoya Station, Maibara, and Tsuruga in around 3h 43m. Alternatively, Hokuriku Railroad operates a bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to Kanazawa Station West Gate hourly. Tickets cost ¥3,400–6,000 and the journey takes 3h 58m.

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