Tokyo to Kanazawa bus with Willer Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Tokyo to Kanazawa

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

€45

Average ticket price on Sep 20

€46

Fastest journey on Sep 20

8 h 20 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

8 h 53 m

Buses on Sep 20

3

Distance

299 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tokyo to Kanazawa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Tokyo to Kanazawa will cost around €46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €45.

Fast buses

On Sun, Sep 20, we found 3 buses from Tokyo to Kanazawa, including 3 direct services.

On Sun, Sep 20 the direct buses cover the 299 km distance in an average of 8 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 20 m .

On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest buses will take 10 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Willer Express
    1:00 PM8h20
    Tokyo
    9:20 PMKanazawa
    €451One-way
    0 transfers
  • Willer Express
    12:50 PM10h00
    Tokyo
    10:50 PMKanazawa
    €461One-way
    0 transfers
  • Willer Express
    2:20 PM8h20
    Tokyo
    10:40 PMKanazawa
    €461One-way
    0 transfers

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Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Tokyo to Kanazawa

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tokyo to Kanazawa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €41 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €41, while a flight costs an average of €190.

Distance: 299 km

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Bus
Most popular
Train
Flight
Driving

€41

Average price

Cheapest

€85

Average price

€190

Average price

€106

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

9h 27m

Average total duration

8h 57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 10m

Average total duration

2h 40m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 7m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 7m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

5h 59m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Willer Express

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Most popular train company

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Most popular airline

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The cheapest way to travel from Tokyo to Kanazawa is a bus with an average price of €42.

This is compared to other travel options from Tokyo to Kanazawa:

A bus is €39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tokyo to Kanazawa costing on average €81.

A bus is €366 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tokyo to Kanazawa costing on average €407.

The fastest way to travel from Tokyo to Kanazawa is by train with an average journey time of 2h 46m.

Other travel options to Kanazawa take longer:

Flight takes on average 2h 49m.

Bus takes on average 9h 29m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Tokyo and Kanazawa including taking a bus, train, and flight.

Live departures

Tokyo to Kanazawa bus times

The table below shows live departures for Tokyo to Kanazawa buses for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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Tickets
Willer Express12:50 PM Tokyo
10h00
10:50 PM Kanazawa0 transfersDirect
Willer Express1:00 PM Tokyo
8h20
9:20 PM Kanazawa0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Tokyo to Kanazawa

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Buses from Tokyo to Kanazawa run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €28 if you book in advance.

There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 21:00, the last at 22:20. The fastest bus covers the 299 km distance in 8h 20m.

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
299 km
Average bus duration
8h 57m
Cheapest ticket price
€28
Buses per day
6
Direct buses
6
Fastest bus
8h 20m
First bus
9:00 PM
Last bus
10:20 PM
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
2 days
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

Bus providers: Willer Express, Nohi Bus from Tokyo to KanazawaYou can travel by bus between Tokyo to Kanazawa with Willer Express, Nohi Bus for as low as €28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Willer Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Willer Express Duration
8h 20m
Cheapest Willer Express Price
€28
Luggage included
Up to two pieces of luggage may be checked per passenger.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage beyond the standard allowance is not permitted.
Luggage storage
Luggage is stored in the bus trunk or overhead compartments, depending on bus type.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations may incur fees; specific terms depend on the fare type and timing of cancellation.
Refund
Refunds are provided for cancellations; specific terms depend on the fare type and timing of cancellation.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors are not permitted to travel on Willer Express buses.
Amenities on board the bus
Seat reservation
An arrangement fee of 330 yen is charged for each trip upon reservation of an intercity express bus with reserved seats.
Toilets

Nohi Bus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Nohi Bus Duration
7h 15m
Cheapest Nohi Bus Price
€65
Nohi Bus frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Bus from Tokyo to Kanazawa

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tokyo to Kanazawa by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kanazawa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Tokyo to Kanazawa can start from as little as €28 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Tokyo to Kanazawa is €42; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Tokyo to Kanazawa is 8h 20m to travel the 299 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Tokyo to Kanazawa leaves at 9:00 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Tokyo to Kanazawa leaves at 10:20 PM.
Yes, there are 6 direct coaches a day from Tokyo to Kanazawa with Willer Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Tokyo to Kanazawa, you can count on Willer Express, Willer Express, Nohi Bus for the best way to get you to Kanazawa. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Tokyo and Kanazawa and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Kanazawa from Tokyo is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Tokyo to Kanazawa is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Tokyo and Kanazawa including taking a bus, train, and flight.
No, the coach from Tokyo to Kanazawa has no accessibility options.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Tokyo to Kanazawa for coach company Willer Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Tokyo to Kanazawa depends on the coach companies:
  • Willer Express
    • Cancellations may incur fees
    • specific terms depend on the fare type and timing of cancellation.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Tokyo to Kanazawa.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Tokyo to Kanazawa.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Tokyo to Kanazawa:
  • Willer Express
    • Up to two pieces of luggage may be checked per passenger.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Tokyo to Kanazawa.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Tokyo to Kanazawa.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Tokyo to Kanazawa with the following coach company: Willer Express
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Tokyo to Kanazawa.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Tokyo to Kanazawa.

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