Tokyo to Kanazawa train with JR East

Fri, May 08
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Tokyo to Kanazawa

Showing times and prices for May 08

Cheapest price

€82

Average price

€82

Fastest journey

2 h 25 m

Average duration

2 h 27 m

Trains per day

24

Distance

299 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train 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 €82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €82.

Fast trains

Of the 24 trains that leave Tokyo for Kanazawa on Fri, May 08, 24 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 299 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .

On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 2 h 27 m 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.

  • JR EastKagayaki 515
    6:24 PM2h27
    Tokyo Station
    8:51 PMKanazawa Station
    €821One-way
    0 transfers
  • JR EastHakutaka 567
    2:24 PM2h54
    Tokyo Station
    5:18 PMKanazawa Station
    €821One-way
    0 transfers
  • JR EastHakutaka 575
    7:04 PM3h12
    Tokyo Station
    10:16 PMKanazawa Station
    €821One-way
    0 transfers
  • JR EastKagayaki 517
    7:56 PM2h27
    Tokyo Station
    10:23 PMKanazawa Station
    €821One-way
    0 transfers
  • JR EastHakutaka 571
    4:32 PM3h03
    Tokyo Station
    7:35 PMKanazawa Station
    €821One-way
    0 transfers

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 prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a flight costs an average of €57.

Distance: 299 km

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€84

Average price

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€163

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Average total duration

2h 37m

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Live departures

Tokyo to Kanazawa train times

The table below shows live departures for Tokyo to Kanazawa trains for tomorrow, Saturday, May 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Tickets
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 5016:16 AM Tokyo Station
2h27
8:43 AM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5516:28 AM Tokyo Station
3h04
9:32 AM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 5037:20 AM Tokyo Station
2h25
9:45 AM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5537:52 AM Tokyo Station
3h09
11:01 AM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 5058:11 AM Tokyo Station
2h35
10:46 AM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5558:41 AM Tokyo Station
3h02
11:43 AM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 5079:20 AM Tokyo Station
2h32
11:52 AM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5579:32 AM Tokyo Station
2h55
12:27 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 50910:22 AM Tokyo Station
2h27
12:49 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 55910:33 AM Tokyo Station
3h03
1:36 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 56111:24 AM Tokyo Station
2h53
2:17 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 56312:24 PM Tokyo Station
2h53
3:17 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5651:24 PM Tokyo Station
2h53
4:17 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5672:24 PM Tokyo Station
2h54
5:18 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5693:24 PM Tokyo Station
2h56
6:20 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 5114:24 PM Tokyo Station
2h28
6:52 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5714:32 PM Tokyo Station
3h03
7:35 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 5135:24 PM Tokyo Station
2h31
7:55 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5736:04 PM Tokyo Station
3h13
9:17 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 5156:24 PM Tokyo Station
2h27
8:51 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5757:04 PM Tokyo Station
3h12
10:16 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 5177:56 PM Tokyo Station
2h27
10:23 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5778:12 PM Tokyo Station
3h03
11:15 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 5199:04 PM Tokyo Station
2h28
11:32 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
Saturday, May 9
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 5016:16 AM Tokyo Station
2h27
8:43 AM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5516:28 AM Tokyo Station
3h04
9:32 AM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 5037:20 AM Tokyo Station
2h25
9:45 AM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5537:52 AM Tokyo Station
3h09
11:01 AM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 5058:11 AM Tokyo Station
2h35
10:46 AM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5558:41 AM Tokyo Station
3h02
11:43 AM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 5079:20 AM Tokyo Station
2h32
11:52 AM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5579:32 AM Tokyo Station
2h55
12:27 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 50910:22 AM Tokyo Station
2h27
12:49 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 55910:33 AM Tokyo Station
3h03
1:36 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 56111:24 AM Tokyo Station
2h53
2:17 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 56312:24 PM Tokyo Station
2h53
3:17 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5651:24 PM Tokyo Station
2h53
4:17 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5672:24 PM Tokyo Station
2h54
5:18 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5693:24 PM Tokyo Station
2h56
6:20 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 5114:24 PM Tokyo Station
2h28
6:52 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5714:32 PM Tokyo Station
3h03
7:35 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 5135:24 PM Tokyo Station
2h31
7:55 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5736:04 PM Tokyo Station
3h13
9:17 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 5156:24 PM Tokyo Station
2h27
8:51 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5757:04 PM Tokyo Station
3h12
10:16 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 5177:56 PM Tokyo Station
2h27
10:23 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5778:12 PM Tokyo Station
3h03
11:15 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 5199:04 PM Tokyo Station
2h28
11:32 PM Kanazawa Station0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Tokyo to Kanazawa

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Trains from Tokyo to Kanazawa run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €80 but you can travel from only €30 by bus.

There are 20 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 21:04. The fastest train covers the 299 km distance in 2h 27m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €30
Distance
299 km
Average train duration
2h 37m
Cheapest ticket price
€80
Trains per day
20
Direct trains
20
Fastest train
2h 27m
First train
6:02 AM
Last train
9:04 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Tue
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €30

Train companies: JR East, JR West from Tokyo to Kanazawa trainsJR East, JR West trains will get you between Tokyo and Kanazawa from €30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

JR East

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 28m
Cheapest Price
€80
JR East frequency
21 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage is allowed on JR East trains without additional charges.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage may be subject to space availability and may incur extra fees.
Luggage storage
Luggage storage areas are available on certain trains, such as the Shinkansen.
Cancellation Policy
Full refunds are provided for unused tickets; refunds for used tickets are subject to handling charges.
Refund
Full refunds are provided if a train is canceled.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors aged 6 to 11 can travel on JR East trains with a consent form from a guardian.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Meals and snacks are available for purchase on Shinkansen trains.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations on Shinkansen trains require an additional fee.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
JR East trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with disabilities, including priority seating and accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bicycles are permitted on JR East trains if they are folded and placed in a carrying case.
Pets
Pets are allowed on JR East trains if they are in a carrier not exceeding 70 cm in total dimensions.
Learn more about JR East

JR West

Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
Up to two portable items totaling no more than 250 cm in dimensions and weighing no more than 30 kg are allowed.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage beyond the standard allowance is not permitted.
Luggage storage
Designated areas are available for storing luggage on trains.
Cancellation Policy
Changes and refunds are not possible after the scheduled departure time of the first designated train.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Food and beverage waste should be discarded in receptacles provided in the station or on the train.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations can be made at no additional cost at ticket offices; online reservations may incur fees.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
JR West strives to maintain accessibility features and offers support to patrons with disabilities.
Bikes
Bicycles for cycling or sports competitions must be dismantled and carried in a dedicated bag.
Pets
Pets must be transported in a case that holds their entire body; fees apply for small animals.
Learn more about JR West

FAQs: Trains from Tokyo to Kanazawa

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tokyo to Kanazawa 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 Kanazawa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Tokyo to Kanazawa can start from as little as €80 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Tokyo to Kanazawa is €84; 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 train from Tokyo to Kanazawa is 2h 27m to travel the 299 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Tokyo to Kanazawa leaves at 6:02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Tokyo to Kanazawa leaves at 9:04 PM.
Yes,there are 20 direct trains a day from Tokyo to Kanazawa with JR East, JR East, JR East. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Tokyo to Kanazawa, you can count on JR East, JR East, JR East, JR West, JR West for the best way to get you to Kanazawa. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Tokyo and Kanazawa and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Kanazawa from Tokyo is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 27m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Tokyo to Kanazawa is February.
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.

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Popular train stations from Tokyo to Kanazawa

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The major train station for departures in Tokyo is Tokyo Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Tokyo Station for your trip from Tokyo to Kanazawa.
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Address
1-9-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan
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Ticket Office Hours
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Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available in certain areas; some cafes and restaurants offer free Wi-Fi.
Parking
Parking
  • Multiple parking facilities available, including Daimaru Tokyo's parking garage.
Dining
Dining
  • Numerous dining options, including Tokyo Ramen Street, Tokyo Sweets Land, and various cafes and restaurants.
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available at multiple exits, including Yaesu North and Marunouchi South.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, escalators, and accessible restrooms available; nursing rooms and baby changing facilities provided.
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WC
  • Clean, free restrooms located throughout the station; accessible facilities available.
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