What is the cheapest way to get from Kanazawa to Seta(Shiga)?

The cheapest way to get from Kanazawa to Seta(Shiga) is to drive which costs ¥3700 - ¥5500 and takes 2h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kanazawa to Seta(Shiga)?

The fastest way to get from Kanazawa to Seta(Shiga) is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs ¥7500 - ¥11000.

Is there a direct train between Kanazawa and Seta(Shiga)?

No, there is no direct train from Kanazawa to Seta(Shiga). However, there are services departing from Kanazawa and arriving at Seta(Shiga) via Tsuruga and Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Kanazawa to Seta(Shiga)?

The distance between Kanazawa and Seta(Shiga) is 253 km. The road distance is 219.7 km.

How do I travel from Kanazawa to Seta(Shiga) without a car?

The best way to get from Kanazawa to Seta(Shiga) without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs ¥7500 - ¥11000.

How long does it take to get from Kanazawa to Seta(Shiga)?

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Kanazawa to Seta(Shiga), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kanazawa to Seta(Shiga) train from?

Kanazawa to Seta(Shiga) train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Kanazawa station.

Where does the Kanazawa to Seta(Shiga) train arrive?

Kanazawa to Seta(Shiga) train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Tsuruga station.

Can I drive from Kanazawa to Seta(Shiga)?

Yes, the driving distance between Kanazawa to Seta(Shiga) is 220 km. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Kanazawa to Seta(Shiga).

Where can I stay near Seta(Shiga)?

There are 3119+ hotels available in Seta(Shiga).

Kanazawa to Seta(Shiga) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Kanazawa to Seta(Shiga) 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 Kanazawa to TsurugaTsurugi / ...
2. Take the train from Tsuruga to KyōtoThunderbird
2h 48m
¥7,558–10,869
Drive 219.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kanazawa to Seta(Shiga)219.7 km
2h 59m
¥3,740–5,402
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kanazawa Station West Gate to Meitetsu Bus CenterNagoya
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to KyōtoNozomi / ...
5h 5m
¥7,849–12,300
Train via Yamashina
1. Take the train from Kanazawa to TsurugaTsurugi / ...
2. Take the train from Tsuruga to YamashinaB: Special Rapid Service / ...
3h 52m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 252.8 km
Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Kanazawa, Ishikawa-ken, Japan and Seta(Shiga), Japan?

You can take a train from Kanazawa to Seta(Shiga) via Tsuruga and Kyōto in around 2h 48m.

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