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

The cheapest way to get from Kanazawa to Tsumago is to drive which costs ¥3500 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kanazawa to Tsumago is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs ¥3500 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct bus between Kanazawa and Tsumago?

No, there is no direct bus from Kanazawa station to Tsumago. However, there are services departing from Kanazawa Station West Gate and arriving at Tsumagobashi via Meitetsu Bus Center and Magome. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.

How far is it from Kanazawa to Tsumago?

The distance between Kanazawa and Tsumago is 381 km. The road distance is 208.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kanazawa to Tsumago without a car is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs ¥11000 - ¥16000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Kanazawa to Tsumago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kanazawa to Tsumago bus from?

Kanazawa to Tsumago bus services, operated by Hokuriku Railroad, depart from Kanazawa Station West Gate.

Train or bus from Kanazawa to Tsumago?

The best way to get from Kanazawa to Tsumago is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs ¥11000 - ¥16000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥6500 - ¥9500 and takes 8h 2m.

Where does the Kanazawa to Tsumago bus arrive?

Kanazawa to Tsumago bus services, operated by Hokuriku Railroad, arrive at Meitetsu Bus Center station.

Can I drive from Kanazawa to Tsumago?

Yes, the driving distance between Kanazawa to Tsumago is 208 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Kanazawa to Tsumago.

Where can I stay near Tsumago?

There are 85+ hotels available in Tsumago.

Kanazawa to Tsumago - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Kanazawa to Tsumago 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 NaganoHakutaka / ...
2. Take the train from Nagano to NagisoShinano
5h 39m
¥11,220–15,780
Drive 208.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kanazawa to Tsumago208.3 km
3h 9m
¥3,535–5,106
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kanazawa Station West Gate to Meitetsu Bus CenterNagoya
2. Take the bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to Chuodo Magome
8h 2m
¥6,725–9,276
Train via Shiojiri
1. Take the train from Kanazawa to Nagano
2. Take the train from Nagano to Shiojiri
3. Take the train from Shiojiri to Nagiso
6h 33m
¥10,520–17,180

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 381 km
Duration: 5h 39m

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

You can take a train from Kanazawa to Tsumago via Nagano, Nagiso, and Nagiso in around 5h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kanazawa Station West Gate to Tsumagobashi via Meitetsu Bus Center, Chuodo Magome, and Magome in around 8h 2m.

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