Route guide · Japan

Kanazawa → Kaga Onsen

By WoW Train · Updated October 2026 · 4 min read

The fastest train from Kanazawa to Kaga Onsen takes about 14 minutes, on the Tsurugi Shinkansen. It is a direct service, with no change of train. Kaga Onsen is a hot-spring town in the Hokuriku region.

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Key facts

Which train to take

Take the Tsurugi for the shortest trip; the Hakutaka is an alternative. Shinkansen are JR trains, which the Japan Rail Pass generally covers (except the Nozomi and the Mizuho); check the conditions of your pass.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the train from Kanazawa to Kaga Onsen?

The fastest direct train takes about 14 minutes (Tsurugi).

Is there a direct train from Kanazawa to Kaga Onsen?

Yes, there are direct services with no change of train.

Does the Japan Rail Pass cover Kanazawa to Kaga Onsen?

Generally yes: these are JR trains, which the pass covers (except the Nozomi and the Mizuho). Check the conditions of your pass.


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