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Trains from Kagaonsen

23Jun

Seats

Kagaonsen

Tokyo

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

08:49

KagaonsenKagaonsen Station

2h 47m

11:36

TokyoTokyo Station

Direct

High-speed

Kagayaki 506

from

13928 USD

2h 47m, Direct

08:49

KagaonsenKagaonsen Station

11:36

TokyoTokyo Station

from

13928 USD

Direct

High-speed

Kagayaki 506

11:37

KagaonsenKagaonsen Station

3h 15m

14:52

TokyoTokyo Station

Direct

High-speed

Hakutaka 562

from

12255 USD

3h 15m, Direct

11:37

KagaonsenKagaonsen Station

14:52

TokyoTokyo Station

from

12255 USD

Direct

High-speed

Hakutaka 562

Day trains

12:37

KagaonsenKagaonsen Station

3h 15m

15:52

TokyoTokyo Station

Direct

High-speed

Hakutaka 564

from

12255 USD

3h 15m, Direct

12:37

KagaonsenKagaonsen Station

15:52

TokyoTokyo Station

from

12255 USD

Direct

High-speed

Hakutaka 564

13:37

KagaonsenKagaonsen Station

3h 15m

16:52

TokyoTokyo Station

Direct

High-speed

Hakutaka 566

from

12255 USD

3h 15m, Direct

13:37

KagaonsenKagaonsen Station

16:52

TokyoTokyo Station

from

12255 USD

Direct

High-speed

Hakutaka 566

First train

08:49

Last train

15:40

Travel duration

3h 8m

Daily departures

Departure station

Kagaonsen

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Tokyo

Ticket price

from $91

Fastest trip

2h 47m

Longest trip

3h 25m

Trains to Kagaonsen

Inbound trains reach Kagaonsen at Kagaonsen Station. Hokuriku Shinkansen services arrive from Tokyo in around 2h50m to 3h15m, depending on the train category and stops. Trains from Kanazawa reach Kagaonsen in about 17m, while services from Toyama arrive in roughly 40m. From the southwest, trains from Fukui arrive in around 17m and trains from Tsuruga take about 43m. Regional trains from Komatsu reach Kagaonsen in about 8m, and local services from Daishoji take only a few minutes on the southern Ishikawa rail corridor.

Visiting Kagaonsen

Kagaonsen is a rail stop in Kaga, Ishikawa Prefecture, on the Hokuriku corridor between Kanazawa and Fukui. The city has one main intercity train station, Kagaonsen Station, served by Hokuriku Shinkansen trains and regional rail services. Its role changed with the Hokuriku Shinkansen extension to Tsuruga, making Kagaonsen a direct bullet train stop on the national network. Services from Kagaonsen include Hokuriku Shinkansen trains operated on this section by JR West, with through-running toward the JR East network for Tokyo services. Regional trains operated by IR Ishikawa Railway connect Kagaonsen Station with nearby stops in southern Ishikawa. For Osaka, Kyoto, and Nagoya, passengers usually change at Tsuruga between the Shinkansen and limited express services. Rail routes from Kagaonsen run northeast toward Kanazawa, Toyama, Nagano, and Tokyo, and southwest toward Fukui, Tsuruga, Kyoto, Osaka, and Nagoya via transfers. Local rail also links Kagaonsen with Komatsu, Daishoji, and other stations in the Kaga area. Book trains from and to Kagaonsen online at Rail Monsters.

Popular routes from Kagaonsen

From Kagaonsen Station, Hokuriku Shinkansen services run northeast toward Kanazawa, Toyama, Nagano, Omiya, Ueno, and Tokyo. JR West operates the Shinkansen section through Kagaonsen, with through-running onto JR East infrastructure for trains continuing toward the capital area. Southwest from Kagaonsen, Hokuriku Shinkansen trains run toward Fukui and Tsuruga. At Tsuruga, passengers connect with limited express services for Kyoto, Osaka, and Nagoya corridors. Regional trains on the local Hokuriku corridor link Kagaonsen with nearby Ishikawa stations such as Komatsu and Daishoji, supporting shorter trips around the Kaga and Komatsu area.

Kagaonsen

Kagaonsen - A gateway to the four hot spring towns of Yamashiro, Yamanaka, Katayamazu, and Awazu, located in Ishikawa Prefecture.

Kagaonsen Station

Station

3h 8m

Tokyo

Tokyo - The massive capital of Japan and its primary transport hub, centered around the historic red-brick Tokyo Station building.

Tokyo Station

Station

Train Operators Serving Kagaonsen

JR West operates Hokuriku Shinkansen services through Kagaonsen Station and provides the main long-distance rail link for Kaga. JR East is involved in through Shinkansen services continuing beyond Joetsumyoko toward Nagano, Omiya, Ueno, and Tokyo. IR Ishikawa Railway operates regional services on the local corridor around southern Ishikawa. Rail Monsters books individual tickets for these operators and connecting services with the 6 to 12 month advance booking window.

Hakutaka

Hakutaka is a Hokuriku Shinkansen service linking Tokyo, Nagano, Toyama, and Kanazawa.

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Kagayaki

Kagayaki is the fastest limited-stop service on the Hokuriku Shinkansen.

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Booking Kagaonsen Train Tickets Online - Options, Tips, and Reservations

Buying Train Tickets Online

Buy train tickets online for Kagaonsen with Rail Monsters by selecting departure dates, choosing Hokuriku Shinkansen or regional rail options, and completing an online reservation. Book your tickets for Kagaonsen train stations through the search page, including routes that require a transfer at Tsuruga, Kanazawa, or other Hokuriku stations.

Types of Train Tickets Available

Kagaonsen services include regular tickets for regional travel, reserved and non-reserved Shinkansen seating where available, and Ordinary Car or Green Car options on many bullet train services. Cheap tickets and discount tickets may appear for advance searches to and from Tokyo, Kanazawa, Fukui, Tsuruga, Kyoto, Osaka, and Nagoya.

Tips for Online Reservations

Online reservation services through Rail Monsters accept Kagaonsen train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, useful for Golden Week, Obon, New Year, and cherry blossom season. Train prices and seat availability vary by route, while ticket counters remain an option at larger JR stations. With the Rail Monsters iOS and Android apps, you can book and manage train tickets on mobile.

Destinations from Kagaonsen

Service types from Kagaonsen Station Daytime bullet train services: Hokuriku Shinkansen from Kagaonsen toward Kanazawa, Toyama, Nagano, Omiya, Ueno, Tokyo, Fukui, and Tsuruga. Regional services: IR Ishikawa Railway and local Hokuriku corridor trains for Komatsu, Daishoji, and nearby southern Ishikawa stations. Limited express connections: transfers at Tsuruga for Thunderbird services toward Kyoto and Osaka and Shirasagi services toward Nagoya. Airport access: rail travel toward Komatsu Station can be combined with road transport for Komatsu Airport.

Kagaonsen to Tokyo

Travel from Kagaonsen to Tokyo by Shinkansen and visit the historic Imperial Palace or explore the electric town of Akihabara and Ginza district.

Frequency

5 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka,Kagayaki

Kagaonsen

Japan

3h 8m

Tokyo

Japan

Kagaonsen to Tsuruga

Travel from Kagaonsen to Tsuruga by Shinkansen to explore the Kehi Jingu Shrine or visit the scenic Tsuruga Museum and the Red Brick Warehouse.

Frequency

6 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka,Kagayaki

Kagaonsen

Japan

36m

Tsuruga

Japan

Kagaonsen to Kanazawa

Travel from Kagaonsen to Kanazawa by Shinkansen and visit the Kenrokuen Garden or explore the preserved samurai and geisha districts of Higashi Chaya.

Frequency

5 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka,Kagayaki

Kagaonsen

Japan

18m

Kanazawa

Japan

Kagaonsen to Ueda

Travel from Kagaonsen to Ueda by limited express train and visit the historic Ueda Castle or stroll through the scenic Ueda Park.

Frequency

1 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka

Kagaonsen

Japan

2h 5m

Ueda

Japan

Kagaonsen to Takasaki

Travel from Kagaonsen to Takasaki by train and visit the historical Takasaki City Museum or enjoy the scenic views at the Mount Haruna area.

Frequency

4 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka

Kagaonsen

Japan

2h 27m

Takasaki

Japan

Kagaonsen to Kurobe-Unazukionsen

Travel from Kagaonsen to Kurobe-Unazukionsen by Limited Express and visit the Kurobe Gorge or enjoy the hot springs at Unazuki Onsen.

Frequency

4 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka

Kagaonsen

Japan

56m

Kurobe-Unazukionsen

Japan

Kagaonsen to Fukui

Travel from Kagaonsen to Fukui by train and visit the historic Fukui Castle or the beautiful Eiheiji Temple.

Frequency

6 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka,Kagayaki

Kagaonsen

Japan

16m

Fukui(Fukui)

Japan

Kagaonsen to Nagano

Travel from Kagaonsen to Nagano by train and visit Zenko-ji Temple or enjoy the scenic views of the Japanese Alps at the Nagano Prefecture.

Frequency

5 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka,Kagayaki

Kagaonsen

Japan

1h 40m

Nagano

Japan

Kagaonsen to Echizen-Takefu

Travel from Kagaonsen to Echizen-Takefu by train and visit the beautiful Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum or stroll through the historic streets of Takefu.

Frequency

4 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka

Kagaonsen

Japan

25m

Echizen-Takefu

Japan

Kagaonsen to Ueno

Travel from Kagaonsen to Ueno by Limited Express and visit Ueno Park or explore the Tokyo National Museum.

Frequency

5 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka,Kagayaki

Kagaonsen

Japan

3h 2m

Ueno

Japan

Kagaonsen to Toyama

Travel from Kagaonsen to Toyama by train and visit the Toyama Glass Art Museum or enjoy the views at the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route.

Frequency

5 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka,Kagayaki

Kagaonsen

Japan

41m

Toyama

Japan

Kagaonsen to Komatsu

Travel from Kagaonsen to Komatsu by train and visit the Komatsu Castle ruins or enjoy the scenic beauty of Yamashiro Onsen.

Frequency

4 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka

Kagaonsen

Japan

Komatsu

Japan

Kagaonsen to Iiyama

Travel from Kagaonsen to Iiyama by limited express train and visit the Iiyama City Museum or ski at the Naeba Ski Resort.

Frequency

2 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka

Kagaonsen

Japan

1h 37m

Iiyama

Japan

Kagaonsen to Awaraonsen

Travel from Kagaonsen to Awaraonsen by train and visit the famous Awara Onsen or enjoy the beautiful scenery at the nearby Shibamasa World.

Frequency

6 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka,Kagayaki

Kagaonsen

Japan

Awaraonsen

Japan

Kagaonsen to Saitama

Travel from Kagaonsen to Saitama by limited express train and visit Omiya Park or check out the Railway Museum in Saitama.

Frequency

5 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka,Kagayaki

Kagaonsen

Japan

2h 43m

Saitama

Japan

Kagaonsen Major Train Stations

Kagaonsen has one main passenger rail station for intercity and regional travel. Kagaonsen Station is the city's Hokuriku Shinkansen stop, used by bullet train services running northeast toward Kanazawa and the Tokyo corridor and southwest toward Fukui and Tsuruga. The same station also handles regional services on the local Hokuriku corridor, including IR Ishikawa Railway trains for nearby communities in southern Ishikawa. Passengers transferring toward Kyoto, Osaka, or Nagoya normally use Tsuruga, where Shinkansen and limited express services meet. Kagaonsen Station acts as the single rail point for most train tickets in the city, so inter-station transfer within Kagaonsen is usually not needed. Use the station cards below to view individual station details.

Kagaonsen Station

Kagaonsen Train Station provides easy access to hot springs and local attractions.

Kagaonsen Train Travel FAQ and Tips

Should I reserve seats on trains from Kagaonsen?

Seat reservation practice depends on the train. Hokuriku Shinkansen services from Kagaonsen offer reserved seating, and some train categories may have specific reservation rules. Ordinary Car and Green Car options can appear on long-distance services. Regional trains around Kagaonsen generally use simpler ticketing and open seating. Reserve early for Tokyo, Kanazawa, Fukui, and Tsuruga during Japanese holiday periods.

What is the main train route from Kagaonsen?

The main long-distance route from Kagaonsen is the Hokuriku Shinkansen to Tokyo, operated by JR West on the Kagaonsen section with through service over the JR East network. Direct services such as Kagayaki or Hakutaka take roughly 2h50m to 3h15m depending on the stopping pattern. Kagaonsen Station is also well placed for short Shinkansen trips to Kanazawa, Fukui, and Tsuruga.

What are the main train connections to and from Kagaonsen?

Kagaonsen connects with Kanazawa in around 17m, Komatsu in about 8m, Fukui in around 17m, Tsuruga in about 43m, Toyama in roughly 40m, and Tokyo in about 2h50m to 3h15m by Hokuriku Shinkansen. Osaka and Kyoto are reached by changing at Tsuruga for Thunderbird limited express services, while Nagoya is reached via Tsuruga and Shirasagi limited express services.

How do I buy train tickets to and from Kagaonsen?

Book train tickets to and from Kagaonsen on Rail Monsters by entering Kagaonsen Station, selecting your date, and comparing Hokuriku Shinkansen or regional rail results. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel for Kagaonsen services, useful during Golden Week, Obon, New Year, and spring travel. Confirmation is sent by email with the ticket details for your selected service.

Do bullet trains serve Kagaonsen?

Yes. Kagaonsen Station is served by the Hokuriku Shinkansen, which links Ishikawa Prefecture with Fukui, Tsuruga, Kanazawa, Nagano, and Tokyo. JR West operates the Hokuriku Shinkansen section through Kagaonsen, while through trains continue onto JR East tracks toward Tokyo. Regional rail also serves Kagaonsen for shorter trips within southern Ishikawa and the Hokuriku corridor.

What are the main train stations in Kagaonsen?

Kagaonsen has one main station for passenger rail. Kagaonsen Station handles Hokuriku Shinkansen services for long-distance travel and regional trains for local trips around Kaga and southern Ishikawa. Travelers heading toward Osaka, Kyoto, or Nagoya usually ride the Shinkansen to Tsuruga and change there for limited express services. For most rail trips, Kagaonsen Station is the only station name you need.

Is there an airport rail connection from Kagaonsen?

Kagaonsen does not have a dedicated airport rail link. The nearest major airport for many rail passengers is Komatsu Airport, reached by road transport from Kaga or Komatsu. By rail, Kagaonsen Station links with Komatsu Station on regional services and the Hokuriku Shinkansen corridor. For long-distance airport access, travelers may connect by train toward Kanazawa, Fukui, Tsuruga, or Tokyo depending on the flight plan.

Can I buy Kagaonsen train tickets at the last minute?

Last-minute regional tickets around Kagaonsen are often available close to departure, but reserved seats on Hokuriku Shinkansen services can become limited during Golden Week, Obon, New Year, and cherry blossom season. Rail Monsters accepts Kagaonsen train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, which helps when planning Tokyo, Kanazawa, Fukui, Tsuruga, Kyoto, Osaka, or Nagoya routes.

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