What is the best way to travel from Kanazawa to Kyoto?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Trains for the journey to Kyoto from Kanazawa. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Kyoto from Kanazawa?
You can get to Kyoto with just $26 by taking a Bus from Shinki Bus HT2, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Shinki Bus HT24h 20m01:20 PMKanazawaCity Hall & Kakinokibatake Bus Stop5:40 PMKyotoJujo Eki Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Shinki Bus HT2 goes from City Hall & Kakinokibatake Bus Stop, Kanazawa (Japan) at 12/4/2025 1:20:00 PM to Jujo Eki Bus Stop, Kyoto (Japan) arriving at 12/4/2025 5:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
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Shinki Bus HT24h 20m01:20 PMKanazawaCity Hall & Kakinokibatake Bus Stop5:40 PMKyotoJujo Eki Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Shinki Bus HT2 goes from City Hall & Kakinokibatake Bus Stop, Kanazawa (Japan) at 12/7/2025 1:20:00 PM to Jujo Eki Bus Stop, Kyoto (Japan) arriving at 12/7/2025 5:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
What are the fastest trips from Kanazawa to Kyoto?
You can get to Kyoto from Kanazawa in just 4h 20m with a Bus from Shinki Bus HT2. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Shinki Bus HT24h 20m01:20 PMKanazawaCity Hall & Kakinokibatake Bus Stop5:40 PMKyotoJujo Eki Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Shinki Bus HT2 goes from City Hall & Kakinokibatake Bus Stop, Kanazawa (Japan) at 12/4/2025 1:20:00 PM to Jujo Eki Bus Stop, Kyoto (Japan) arriving at 12/4/2025 5:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
Fastest Buses Thursday
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Shinki Bus HT24h 20m01:20 PMKanazawaCity Hall & Kakinokibatake Bus Stop5:40 PMKyotoJujo Eki Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Shinki Bus HT2 goes from City Hall & Kakinokibatake Bus Stop, Kanazawa (Japan) at 12/7/2025 1:20:00 PM to Jujo Eki Bus Stop, Kyoto (Japan) arriving at 12/7/2025 5:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
Fastest Buses Sunday
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Bus from Kanazawa to Kyoto
What are the most popular stations in Kanazawa and Kyoto?
In Kanazawa, you will usually depart from Train Station or City Hall & Kakinokibatake Bus Stop, while in Kyoto you will be arriving at Avanti-mae Bus Station, Central Station or Jujo Eki Bus Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Kyoto from Kanazawa? With 1 connections between 3 Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Kanazawa and Kyoto, you can pay as low as $26 with a Bus from Shinki Bus HT2.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from Shinki Bus HT2: you will get to Kyoto in just 4h 20m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Kanazawa and Kyoto are Shinki Bus HT2, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Kanazawa and Kyoto is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Nonoichi or to Kamigyō-ku, and look at flights from , and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Kanazawa to Kyoto?
The most popular companies between Kanazawa and Kyoto, are Shinki Bus HT2. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Shinki Bus HT2
All you need to know when you travel from Kanazawa to Kyoto
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Kanazawa to Kyoto. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Kanazawa to Kyoto
How can I reach Kyoto from Kanazawa?
Every day, there are on average 1 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Kyoto from Kanazawa.
How far is Kyoto from Kanazawa?
The distance between Kanazawa and Kyoto is 119.4 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Kanazawa and Kyoto?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 5 kgs of CO2, a train 7 kgs, a car 33 kgs, and a flight 47 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Kanazawa to Kyoto?
You can get to Kyoto with just $26 by taking a Bus from Shinki Bus HT2.
What is the fastest way to get from Kanazawa to Kyoto?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Kyoto in just 4h 20m with a Bus from Shinki Bus HT2.
More routes to Kanazawa and to Kyoto
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Kanazawa and to Kyoto. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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