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Trains from Awaraonsen

23Jun

Seats

Awaraonsen

Ueda

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Day trains

14:18

AwaraonsenAwaraonsen Station

2h 14m

16:32

UedaUeda(Nagano) Station

Secondary station

Direct

High-speed

Hakutaka 568

from

9452 USD

2h 14m, Direct

14:18

AwaraonsenAwaraonsen Station

16:32

UedaUeda(Nagano) Station

Secondary station

from

9452 USD

Direct

High-speed

Hakutaka 568

First train

14:18

Last train

14:18

Travel duration

2h 14m

Daily departures

Departure station

Awaraonsen

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Ueda

Ticket price

from $70

Fastest trip

2h 14m

Longest trip

2h 14m

Trains to Awaraonsen

Inbound trains reach Awaraonsen mainly at Awaraonsen Station. Hokuriku Shinkansen services from Tokyo arrive in around 3h, depending on the train and stopping pattern. Trains from Kanazawa arrive in about 35m, while services from Toyama reach Awaraonsen in roughly 1h. Southbound arrivals from Fukui take around 10m, and trains from Tsuruga reach Awaraonsen in about 35m to 45m. Regional Hapi-Line Fukui trains also arrive from nearby Fukui Prefecture stations and connect Awaraonsen with local stops on the conventional rail network.

Visiting Awaraonsen

Awaraonsen is a rail stop in northern Fukui Prefecture on Japan's Hokuriku corridor. The city is centered on Awaraonsen Station, where JR West Hokuriku Shinkansen services connect the area with Kanazawa, Fukui, Tsuruga, and the Tokyo corridor. Hapi-Line Fukui also serves the station on the regional rail network across Fukui Prefecture. Trains from Awaraonsen include Hokuriku Shinkansen services for long-distance travel and Hapi-Line Fukui regional trains for shorter trips within the prefecture and toward Ishikawa. Awaraonsen Station is the main train station for intercity tickets, while Echizen Railway serves nearby Awara-Yunomachi on the Mikuni Awara Line for local rail access within the wider area. Rail routes from Awaraonsen run south toward Fukui and Tsuruga, north toward Kagaonsen and Kanazawa, east across the Hokuriku Shinkansen toward Toyama and Tokyo, and west by transfer toward Kyoto and Osaka through Tsuruga. Book trains from and to Awaraonsen online at Rail Monsters.

Popular routes from Awaraonsen

From Awaraonsen Station, JR West Hokuriku Shinkansen services run north toward Kanazawa and Toyama and south toward Fukui and Tsuruga. Through Shinkansen services also place Awaraonsen on the wider Tokyo corridor, with long-distance ticketing handled as part of the Hokuriku Shinkansen network. For regional travel, Hapi-Line Fukui trains link Awaraonsen with stations across Fukui Prefecture and toward the Ishikawa border. Travelers heading west toward Kyoto, Osaka, or the Tokaido corridor commonly change at Tsuruga for limited express services, while local rail access around the Awara area is supported by Echizen Railway from Awara-Yunomachi.

Awaraonsen

Awaraonsen Station

Station

2h 14m

Ueda

Ueda(Nagano) Station

Station

Train Operators Serving Awaraonsen

JR West operates Hokuriku Shinkansen services at Awaraonsen Station and manages the main high-speed link through Fukui Prefecture. Hapi-Line Fukui operates regional trains on the conventional rail corridor serving Awaraonsen. Echizen Railway operates local rail services at Awara-Yunomachi on the Mikuni Awara Line, separate from the Shinkansen station. Rail Monsters books individual tickets for applicable Awaraonsen rail services.

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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 Awaraonsen Train Tickets Online - Options, Tips, and Reservations

Buying Train Tickets Online

Buy train tickets online for Awaraonsen with Rail Monsters by choosing departure dates, selecting JR West Hokuriku Shinkansen or Hapi-Line Fukui services, and completing an online reservation. Book your tickets for Awaraonsen train stations and nearby local rail stops according to the route shown in search results.

Types of Train Tickets Available

Awaraonsen services include regular tickets for regional trains and reserved or non-reserved Shinkansen ticket options where available. Cheap tickets and discount tickets may appear on selected advance searches to and from Tokyo, Kanazawa, Fukui, Tsuruga, Kyoto, and Osaka, depending on service, date, and seat availability.

Tips for Online Reservations

Online reservation services through Rail Monsters accept Awaraonsen train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, useful for Golden Week, Obon, New Year, and cherry blossom travel. Train prices differ by route and train type; ticket counters remain available at Awaraonsen Station. With the Rail Monsters iOS and Android apps, you can book and manage train tickets on mobile.

Destinations from Awaraonsen

Rail services from Awaraonsen Station High-speed services: Hokuriku Shinkansen trains from Awaraonsen toward Fukui, Tsuruga, Kanazawa, Toyama, and the Tokyo corridor. Regional services: Hapi-Line Fukui trains from Awaraonsen for local and prefectural trips across northern Fukui and toward Ishikawa. Transfer-based intercity services: rail trips toward Kyoto, Osaka, and the Tokaido corridor generally use Tsuruga for onward limited express connections. Local rail access: Echizen Railway serves Awara-Yunomachi on the Mikuni Awara Line for nearby local trips. Airport access: no direct airport train serves Awaraonsen.

Awaraonsen to Ueda

Travel from Awaraonsen to Ueda by JR Hokuriku Line and visit Ueda Castle, famous for its historical significance and scenic views of the surrounding mountains.

Frequency

1 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka

Awaraonsen

Japan

2h 14m

Ueda

Japan

Awaraonsen to Tokyo

Travel from Awaraonsen to Tokyo by Limited Express and visit the historic Asakusa Temple or shop at the famous Shibuya Crossing.

Frequency

5 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka,Kagayaki

Awaraonsen

Japan

3h 17m

Tokyo

Japan

Awaraonsen to Kanazawa

Travel from Awaraonsen to Kanazawa by train and visit Kenrokuen Garden or the historic Kanazawa Castle.

Frequency

5 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka,Kagayaki

Awaraonsen

Japan

26m

Kanazawa

Japan

Awaraonsen to Tsuruga

Travel from Awaraonsen to Tsuruga by train and visit the historical Tsuruga Castle or stroll along the scenic Tsuruga Bay.

Frequency

6 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka,Kagayaki

Awaraonsen

Japan

28m

Tsuruga

Japan

Awaraonsen to Echizen-Takefu

Travel from Awaraonsen to Echizen-Takefu by train and visit the historic Takefu Castle or enjoy the local cuisine at Takefu's restaurant district.

Frequency

4 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka

Awaraonsen

Japan

17m

Echizen-Takefu

Japan

Awaraonsen to Ueno

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

Frequency

5 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka,Kagayaki

Awaraonsen

Japan

3h 11m

Ueno

Japan

Awaraonsen to Joetsu

Travel from Awaraonsen to Joetsu by Limited Express and visit the historical Joetsu Castle or enjoy the scenic views at Takada Park.

Frequency

4 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka

Awaraonsen

Japan

1h 32m

Joetsu

Japan

Awaraonsen to Kurobe-Unazukionsen

Travel from Awaraonsen to Kurobe-Unazukionsen by limited express train and visit the Kurobe River Gorge or relax in the hot springs at Unazuki Onsen.

Frequency

4 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka

Awaraonsen

Japan

1h 5m

Kurobe-Unazukionsen

Japan

Awaraonsen to Fukui

Travel from Awaraonsen to Fukui by local train and visit the Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum or explore the historic Eiheiji Temple.

Frequency

6 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka,Kagayaki

Awaraonsen

Japan

Fukui(Fukui)

Japan

Awaraonsen to Saitama

Travel from Awaraonsen to Saitama by limited express train and visit the Omiya Bonsai Village or enjoy the attractions at Saitama Super Arena.

Frequency

5 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka,Kagayaki

Awaraonsen

Japan

2h 52m

Saitama

Japan

Awaraonsen to Nagano

Travel from Awaraonsen to Nagano by Limited Express and visit the Zenko-ji Temple or enjoy the scenic views at the Nagano Prefectural Art Museum.

Frequency

5 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka,Kagayaki

Awaraonsen

Japan

1h 48m

Nagano

Japan

Awaraonsen to Kagaonsen

Travel from Awaraonsen to Kagaonsen by limited express train and enjoy Kaga Onsen's famous hot springs or visit the historic Kutaniyaki (Kutani porcelain) museum.

Frequency

5 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka,Kagayaki

Awaraonsen

Japan

Kagaonsen

Japan

Awaraonsen to Toyama

Travel from Awaraonsen to Toyama by train and visit the stunning Toyama Glass Art Museum or explore the picturesque Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route.

Frequency

5 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka,Kagayaki

Awaraonsen

Japan

49m

Toyama

Japan

Awaraonsen to Komatsu

Travel from Awaraonsen to Komatsu by train and visit the Komatsu Castle or experience the local culture at the Komatsu City Museum.

Frequency

4 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka

Awaraonsen

Japan

16m

Komatsu

Japan

Awaraonsen to Itoigawa

Travel from Awaraonsen to Itoigawa by Ltd. Exp. and enjoy attractions such as the Itoigawa Geopark and the scenic coastline of the Sea of Japan.

Frequency

4 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka

Awaraonsen

Japan

1h 19m

Itoigawa

Japan

Awaraonsen Major Train Stations

Awaraonsen has one main intercity rail station. Awaraonsen Station serves JR West Hokuriku Shinkansen trains and Hapi-Line Fukui regional services, making it the principal station for long-distance and prefectural rail travel. Shinkansen services use the station for northbound and southbound movement along the Hokuriku corridor, while Hapi-Line Fukui trains handle regional trips within Fukui and toward Ishikawa. Awara-Yunomachi Station, outside the Shinkansen stop, is served by Echizen Railway on the Mikuni Awara Line for local rail access in the wider Awara area. Transfers between these rail points require local transport rather than a direct inter-station rail link. Use the station cards below to view individual station details.

Awaraonsen Station

Awaraonsen Train Station serves as a key stop for onsen lovers.

Awaraonsen Train Travel FAQ and Tips

What is the main train route from Awaraonsen?

The main long-distance route from Awaraonsen is the Hokuriku Shinkansen toward Tokyo, operated by JR West from Awaraonsen Station with through services continuing onto JR East territory. Depending on the service and transfer pattern, travel to Tokyo usually takes around 3 hours. Hokuriku Shinkansen trains also link Awaraonsen with Fukui, Kanazawa, Toyama, and Tsuruga on the same corridor.

Do high-speed trains serve Awaraonsen?

Yes. Awaraonsen Station is served by the Hokuriku Shinkansen, the high-speed rail line through Fukui Prefecture. JR West operates the Shinkansen section through Awaraonsen, with services such as Hakutaka and Tsurugi depending on timetable and route. Regional trains also serve Awaraonsen through Hapi-Line Fukui, which covers shorter trips on the conventional rail network.

What are the main train stations in Awaraonsen?

Awaraonsen Station is the main intercity station, used by JR West Hokuriku Shinkansen trains and Hapi-Line Fukui regional services. Awara-Yunomachi Station is a separate local rail station served by Echizen Railway on the Mikuni Awara Line. Travelers should check the station name carefully when booking, because Shinkansen and regional intercity tickets normally use Awaraonsen Station.

Should I reserve seats on trains from Awaraonsen?

Seat reservations are recommended on Hokuriku Shinkansen services from Awaraonsen, especially for travel toward Tokyo, Kanazawa, or Tsuruga during peak periods. Some Shinkansen services may offer non-reserved seating, but reserved seats give a confirmed place on a specific train. Hapi-Line Fukui regional trains generally use regular tickets without assigned seats, with boarding according to the local timetable.

What are the main train connections to and from Awaraonsen?

Awaraonsen connects with Fukui in around 10m, Kanazawa in around 35m, Tsuruga in roughly 35m to 45m, Toyama in about 1h, and Tokyo in around 3h by Hokuriku Shinkansen services. Trips to Kyoto usually involve a transfer at Tsuruga and take about 1h50m to 2h10m, while Osaka is commonly around 2h20m to 2h40m with the same transfer pattern.

Can I buy Awaraonsen train tickets at the last minute?

Last-minute regional tickets around Awaraonsen are often available close to departure, but Shinkansen reserved seats can be limited during Golden Week, Obon, New Year, and cherry blossom travel. Rail Monsters accepts Awaraonsen train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, so early booking is useful when fixed train times or reserved seats are important.

How do I buy train tickets to and from Awaraonsen?

Train tickets to and from Awaraonsen can be bought at Rail Monsters by entering Awaraonsen Station, selecting a date, comparing JR West Hokuriku Shinkansen and regional rail options, and completing online reservation. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel for Awaraonsen services. Booking confirmation is sent by email with ticket details for the selected train.

Is there an airport rail connection from Awaraonsen?

Awaraonsen does not have a direct airport rail link. For Komatsu Airport, travelers commonly use rail to Komatsu Station or another nearby Hokuriku station, then continue by airport bus or road transport. For longer domestic and international flights, rail connections through Fukui, Tsuruga, Kyoto, or Osaka may be used depending on the selected airport and ticketed rail route.

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