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Discover the Japan Rail PassThe cheapest and fastest trains from Kanazawa to Kyoto
Showing times and prices for 11 Jun
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
1 h 43 m
Average duration
1 h 44 m
Trains per day
43
Distance
192 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kanazawa to Kyoto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kanazawa to Kyoto will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
Fast trains
To travel from Kanazawa to Kyoto you need to make at least one change.
Kagayaki 511+
Thunderbird 4618:542h11Kanazawa Station21:05Kyoto Station£351One-way1 change
Hakutaka 569+Thunderbird 4418:222h16Kanazawa Station20:38Kyoto Station£351One-way1 change
Tsurugi 43+Thunderbird 4418:501h48Kanazawa Station20:38Kyoto Station£351One-way1 change- Tsurugi 39+Thunderbird 4217:552h14Kanazawa Station20:09Kyoto Station£351One-way1 change
- Thunderbird 42+Tsurugi 4118:052h04Kanazawa Station20:09Kyoto Station£351One-way1 change
- Thunderbird 40+Tsurugi 3917:551h43Kanazawa Station19:38Kyoto Station£391One-way1 change
- Thunderbird 16+Tsurugi 159:551h44Kanazawa Station11:39Kyoto Station£391One-way1 change
- Thunderbird 28+Tsurugi 2714:551h44Kanazawa Station16:39Kyoto Station£391One-way1 change
- Thunderbird 36+Tsurugi 3516:551h44Kanazawa Station18:39Kyoto Station£391One-way1 change
- Tsurugi 31+Thunderbird 3215:541h45Kanazawa Station17:39Kyoto Station£391One-way1 change
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Live departures
Kanazawa to Kyoto train times
The table below shows live departures for Kanazawa to Kyoto trains for tomorrow, Friday 12 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tsurugi 1+Thunderbird 4 | 6:00 Kanazawa Station | 2h37 | 8:37 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 1+Thunderbird 2 | 6:00 Kanazawa Station | 2h02 | 8:02 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 3+Thunderbird 4 | 6:46 Kanazawa Station | 1h51 | 8:37 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 5+Thunderbird 8 | 7:02 Kanazawa Station | 2h32 | 9:34 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 5+Thunderbird 6 | 7:02 Kanazawa Station | 2h00 | 9:02 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 7+Thunderbird 10 | 7:48 Kanazawa Station | 2h18 | 10:06 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 7+Thunderbird 8 | 7:48 Kanazawa Station | 1h46 | 9:34 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 9+Thunderbird 10 | 8:02 Kanazawa Station | 2h04 | 10:06 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 11+Thunderbird 12 | 8:40 Kanazawa Station | 1h55 | 10:35 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 13+Thunderbird 14 | 9:05 Kanazawa Station | 2h04 | 11:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Kagayaki 503+Thunderbird 16 | 9:46 Kanazawa Station | 1h53 | 11:39 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 15+Thunderbird 16 | 9:55 Kanazawa Station | 1h44 | 11:39 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 15+Thunderbird 18 | 9:55 Kanazawa Station | 2h14 | 12:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 17+Thunderbird 18 | 10:05 Kanazawa Station | 2h04 | 12:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 19+Thunderbird 20 | 11:05 Kanazawa Station | 2h04 | 13:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Kagayaki 507+Thunderbird 22 | 11:54 Kanazawa Station | 2h15 | 14:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 21+Thunderbird 22 | 12:05 Kanazawa Station | 2h04 | 14:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Kagayaki 509+Thunderbird 24 | 12:51 Kanazawa Station | 2h18 | 15:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 23+Thunderbird 24 | 13:05 Kanazawa Station | 2h04 | 15:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 25+Thunderbird 26 | 14:05 Kanazawa Station | 2h04 | 16:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Hakutaka 561+Thunderbird 28 | 14:19 Kanazawa Station | 2h20 | 16:39 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 27+Thunderbird 28 | 14:55 Kanazawa Station | 1h44 | 16:39 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 27+Thunderbird 30 | 14:55 Kanazawa Station | 2h14 | 17:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 29+Thunderbird 30 | 15:04 Kanazawa Station | 2h05 | 17:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Hakutaka 563+Thunderbird 32 | 15:19 Kanazawa Station | 2h20 | 17:39 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 31+Thunderbird 32 | 15:54 Kanazawa Station | 1h45 | 17:39 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 33+Thunderbird 34 | 16:05 Kanazawa Station | 2h04 | 18:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Hakutaka 565+Thunderbird 36 | 16:19 Kanazawa Station | 2h20 | 18:39 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 35+Thunderbird 38 | 16:55 Kanazawa Station | 2h14 | 19:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 35+Thunderbird 36 | 16:55 Kanazawa Station | 1h44 | 18:39 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 37+Thunderbird 38 | 17:02 Kanazawa Station | 2h07 | 19:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Hakutaka 567+Thunderbird 40 | 17:20 Kanazawa Station | 2h18 | 19:38 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 39+Thunderbird 40 | 17:55 Kanazawa Station | 1h43 | 19:38 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 39+Thunderbird 42 | 17:55 Kanazawa Station | 2h14 | 20:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 41+Thunderbird 42 | 18:05 Kanazawa Station | 2h04 | 20:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Hakutaka 569+Thunderbird 44 | 18:22 Kanazawa Station | 2h16 | 20:38 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 43+Thunderbird 44 | 18:50 Kanazawa Station | 1h48 | 20:38 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Kagayaki 511+Thunderbird 46 | 18:54 Kanazawa Station | 2h11 | 21:05 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 45+Thunderbird 46 | 19:06 Kanazawa Station | 1h59 | 21:05 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Kagayaki 513+Thunderbird 48 | 19:57 Kanazawa Station | 2h05 | 22:02 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 47+Thunderbird 48 | 20:03 Kanazawa Station | 1h59 | 22:02 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Kagayaki 515+Thunderbird 50 | 20:53 Kanazawa Station | 2h06 | 22:59 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 49+Thunderbird 50 | 20:56 Kanazawa Station | 2h03 | 22:59 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Friday 12 June | |||||
| Tsurugi 1+Thunderbird 4 | 6:00 Kanazawa Station | 2h36 | 8:36 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 1+Thunderbird 4 | 6:00 Kanazawa Station | 2h37 | 8:37 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 1+Thunderbird 2 | 6:00 Kanazawa Station | 2h02 | 8:02 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 3+Thunderbird 4 | 6:46 Kanazawa Station | 1h50 | 8:36 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 3+Thunderbird 4 | 6:46 Kanazawa Station | 1h51 | 8:37 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 5+Thunderbird 6 | 7:02 Kanazawa Station | 2h00 | 9:02 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 5+Thunderbird 8 | 7:02 Kanazawa Station | 2h32 | 9:34 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 7+Thunderbird 10 | 7:48 Kanazawa Station | 2h18 | 10:06 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 7+Thunderbird 8 | 7:48 Kanazawa Station | 1h46 | 9:34 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 7+Thunderbird 10 | 7:48 Kanazawa Station | 2h14 | 10:02 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 9+Thunderbird 10 | 8:02 Kanazawa Station | 2h04 | 10:06 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 9+Thunderbird 10 | 8:02 Kanazawa Station | 2h00 | 10:02 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 11+Thunderbird 12 | 8:40 Kanazawa Station | 1h55 | 10:35 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 13+Thunderbird 14 | 9:05 Kanazawa Station | 2h04 | 11:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Kagayaki 503+Thunderbird 16 | 9:46 Kanazawa Station | 1h53 | 11:39 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 15+Thunderbird 16 | 9:55 Kanazawa Station | 1h44 | 11:39 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 15+Thunderbird 18 | 9:55 Kanazawa Station | 2h14 | 12:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 17+Thunderbird 18 | 10:05 Kanazawa Station | 2h04 | 12:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 19+Thunderbird 20 | 11:05 Kanazawa Station | 2h04 | 13:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Kagayaki 507+Thunderbird 22 | 11:54 Kanazawa Station | 2h15 | 14:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 21+Thunderbird 22 | 12:05 Kanazawa Station | 2h04 | 14:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Kagayaki 509+Thunderbird 24 | 12:51 Kanazawa Station | 2h18 | 15:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 23+Thunderbird 24 | 13:05 Kanazawa Station | 2h04 | 15:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 25+Thunderbird 26 | 14:05 Kanazawa Station | 2h04 | 16:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Hakutaka 561+Thunderbird 28 | 14:19 Kanazawa Station | 2h20 | 16:39 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 27+Thunderbird 30 | 14:55 Kanazawa Station | 2h14 | 17:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 27+Thunderbird 28 | 14:55 Kanazawa Station | 1h44 | 16:39 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 29+Thunderbird 30 | 15:04 Kanazawa Station | 2h05 | 17:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Hakutaka 563+Thunderbird 32 | 15:19 Kanazawa Station | 2h20 | 17:39 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 31+Thunderbird 32 | 15:54 Kanazawa Station | 1h45 | 17:39 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 33+Thunderbird 34 | 16:05 Kanazawa Station | 2h04 | 18:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Hakutaka 565+Thunderbird 36 | 16:19 Kanazawa Station | 2h20 | 18:39 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 35+Thunderbird 36 | 16:55 Kanazawa Station | 1h44 | 18:39 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 35+Thunderbird 38 | 16:55 Kanazawa Station | 2h14 | 19:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 37+Thunderbird 38 | 17:02 Kanazawa Station | 2h07 | 19:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Hakutaka 567+Thunderbird 40 | 17:20 Kanazawa Station | 2h18 | 19:38 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 39+Thunderbird 40 | 17:55 Kanazawa Station | 1h43 | 19:38 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 39+Thunderbird 42 | 17:55 Kanazawa Station | 2h14 | 20:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 41+Thunderbird 42 | 18:05 Kanazawa Station | 2h04 | 20:09 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Hakutaka 569+Thunderbird 44 | 18:22 Kanazawa Station | 2h16 | 20:38 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 43+Thunderbird 44 | 18:50 Kanazawa Station | 1h48 | 20:38 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Kagayaki 511+Thunderbird 46 | 18:54 Kanazawa Station | 2h11 | 21:05 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 45+Thunderbird 46 | 19:06 Kanazawa Station | 1h59 | 21:05 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Kagayaki 513+Thunderbird 48 | 19:57 Kanazawa Station | 2h05 | 22:02 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 47+Thunderbird 48 | 20:03 Kanazawa Station | 1h59 | 22:02 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Kagayaki 515+Thunderbird 50 | 20:53 Kanazawa Station | 2h06 | 22:59 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
| Tsurugi 49+Thunderbird 50 | 20:56 Kanazawa Station | 2h03 | 22:59 Kyoto Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kanazawa to Kyoto
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Trains from Kanazawa to Kyoto run on average 41 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 21:21. The fastest train covers the 192 km distance in 1h 44m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 192 km |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 41 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 21:21 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: JR West from Kanazawa to Kyoto trainsJR West trains will get you between Kanazawa and Kyoto from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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JR West frequency
15 a day
FAQs: Kanazawa to Kyoto train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kanazawa to Kyoto by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kyoto, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Kanazawa to Kyoto can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £34, while the average price tends to be around £38.
The train journey from Kanazawa to Kyoto covers a distance of 192 km and takes approximately 1h 44m. Trains run 41 per day.
The train distance from Kanazawa to Kyoto is 192 km.
The first train from Kanazawa to Kyoto leaves at 6:00.
The last train from Kanazawa to Kyoto departs at 21:21.
Trains from Kanazawa to Kyoto run approximately 41 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Kanazawa to Kyoto.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Kanazawa to Kyoto.
To travel from Kanazawa to Kyoto, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Kanazawa to Kyoto.
The train station in Kanazawa that goes to Kyoto is Kanazawa Station, and it arrives at Kyoto Station.
The cheapest way to get from Kanazawa to Kyoto is by train, costing approximately £34.
Booking trains from Kanazawa to Kyoto in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Kanazawa to Kyoto.
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Important Stations and Airports in Kanazawa and Kyoto
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The major train station for departures in Kanazawa is Kanazawa Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kanazawa Station for your trip from Kanazawa to Kyoto.
Amenities at train station
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Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
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Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00–23:00
Distance to city center
2 km
Car connection
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- Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the station.
Parking
- Parking facilities are available near the station.
Dining
- Multiple dining options are available, including local specialties.
Taxis
- Available at both East and West Exits.
Accessibility
- The station is wheelchair accessible with elevators and ramps.
WC
- Restrooms are available throughout the station.
Public transport options for Kanazawa Station
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The major train station for arrivals in Kyoto is Kyoto Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kyoto Station for your journey to Kyoto from Kanazawa.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00–23:00
Distance to city center
3 kmCar connection
trueWifi
- Free Wi-Fi is available in the JR areas of the station.
Parking
- Parking facilities are available near the station, including a large parking area on the Hachijo side.
Dining
- A wide variety of dining options are available, including The Cube Gourmet Street on the 11th floor and Kyoto Ramen Koji on the 10th floor.
Taxis
- Available at designated taxi stands on both the Karasuma and Hachijo sides of the station.
Accessibility
- The station is equipped with elevators, escalators, and accessible restrooms to accommodate passengers with disabilities.
WC
- Restrooms, including accessible facilities, are available throughout the station.
Public transport options for Kyoto Station
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