What is the cheapest way to get from Matsumoto to Ōtsuki?

The cheapest way to get from Matsumoto to Ōtsuki is to train which costs ¥2200 - ¥3100 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Matsumoto to Ōtsuki?

The fastest way to get from Matsumoto to Ōtsuki is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs ¥2400 - ¥3500.

Is there a direct bus between Matsumoto and Ōtsuki?

No, there is no direct bus from Matsumoto to Ōtsuki. However, there are services departing from Matsumoto Bus Terminal and arriving at Chuodo Saruhashi via Chuodo Hino. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Matsumoto and Ōtsuki?

No, there is no direct train from Matsumoto to Ōtsuki. However, there are services departing from Matsumoto and arriving at 猿橋 Saruhashi via 甲府 Kōfu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Matsumoto to Ōtsuki?

The distance between Matsumoto and Ōtsuki is 146 km. The road distance is 139.2 km.

How do I travel from Matsumoto to Ōtsuki without a car?

The best way to get from Matsumoto to Ōtsuki without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs ¥2200 - ¥3100.

How long does it take to get from Matsumoto to Ōtsuki?

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Matsumoto to Ōtsuki, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matsumoto to Ōtsuki bus from?

Matsumoto to Ōtsuki bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, depart from Matsumoto Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Matsumoto to Ōtsuki train from?

Matsumoto to Ōtsuki train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Matsumoto station.

Train or bus from Matsumoto to Ōtsuki?

The best way to get from Matsumoto to Ōtsuki is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs ¥2200 - ¥3100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥5000 - ¥12000 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Matsumoto to Ōtsuki bus arrive?

Matsumoto to Ōtsuki bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, arrive at Chūōdō Hino station.

Where does the Matsumoto to Ōtsuki train arrive?

Matsumoto to Ōtsuki train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kōfu station.

Can I drive from Matsumoto to Ōtsuki?

Yes, the driving distance between Matsumoto to Ōtsuki is 139 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Matsumoto to Ōtsuki.

Where can I stay near Ōtsuki?

There are 852+ hotels available in Ōtsuki.

Matsumoto to Ōtsuki - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Matsumoto to Ōtsuki by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Matsumoto to Kōfutrain Azusa
2. Take the train from 甲府 Kōfu to 猿橋 Saruhashitrain Co
2h 18m
¥2,255–3,052
Bus
1. Take the bus from Matsumoto Bus Terminal to Chūōdō Hinobus
2. Take the bus from Chuodo Hino to Chuodo Saruhashibus
3h 49m
¥5,335–11,326
Drive 139.2 km
1. Drive from Matsumoto to Ōtsukicar 139.2 km
2h 8m
¥2,420–3,496

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Distance: 146 km
Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Matsumoto, Japan and Ōtsuki, Yamanashi, Japan?

You can take a train from Matsumoto to 猿橋 Saruhashi via Kōfu and 甲府 Kōfu in around 2h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Matsumoto Bus Terminal to Chuodo Saruhashi via Chuodo Hino in around 3h 49m.

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