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

The cheapest way to get from Matsumoto to Chiba is to train which costs ¥3800 - ¥5000 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matsumoto to Chiba is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs ¥3800 - ¥5000.

Is there a direct bus between Matsumoto and Chiba?

No, there is no direct bus from Matsumoto to Chiba. However, there are services departing from Matsumoto Bus Terminal and arriving at Chibaminato via Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and Haneda Airport Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Matsumoto and Chiba?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Matsumoto and arriving at Chiba. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Matsumoto to Chiba?

The distance between Matsumoto and Chiba is 266 km. The road distance is 255.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Matsumoto to Chiba without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs ¥3800 - ¥5000.

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

The train from Matsumoto to Chiba takes 3h 30m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Matsumoto to Chiba bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Matsumoto to Chiba train from?

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

Train or bus from Matsumoto to Chiba?

The best way to get from Matsumoto to Chiba is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs ¥3800 - ¥5000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥6500 - ¥12000 and takes 6h 3m.

Where does the Matsumoto to Chiba bus arrive?

Matsumoto to Chiba bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, arrive at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Matsumoto to Chiba train arrive?

Matsumoto to Chiba train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shinjuku Station.

Can I drive from Matsumoto to Chiba?

Yes, the driving distance between Matsumoto to Chiba is 255 km. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Matsumoto to Chiba.

How do I get a train ticket from Matsumoto to Chiba?

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Where can I stay near Chiba?

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Matsumoto to Chiba - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Matsumoto to Chiba by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Matsumoto to Chibatrain Azusa
3h 30m
¥3,800–5,000
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shimosuwa to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus Shinjuku
2. Take the train from 新宿 Shinjuku to 千葉 Chibatrain Jb / ...
5h 50m
¥5,065–5,485
Drive 255.2 km
1. Drive from Matsumoto to Chibacar 255.2 km
3h 47m
¥4,391–6,342
Train via Tokyo
1. Take the train from Matsumoto to Shinjuku Stationtrain Azusa
2. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Chibatrain Chuuou Soubusen Kakutei / ...
3h 54m
¥3,973–5,149
Bus
1. Take the bus from Matsumoto Bus Terminal to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Haneda Airport Terminal 2 to Chibaminatobus
6h 3m
¥6,700–11,092

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Distance: 266.1 km
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Matsumoto, Japan and Chiba, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Matsumoto to Chiba twice daily. Tickets cost ¥3,800–5,000 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Matsumoto Bus Terminal to Chibaminato via Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and Haneda Airport Terminal 2 in around 6h 3m.

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