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

The cheapest way to get from Matsumoto to Ichikawa is to train which costs ¥3600 - ¥4800 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matsumoto to Ichikawa is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs ¥3600 - ¥4800.

Is there a direct bus between Matsumoto and Ichikawa?

No, there is no direct bus from Matsumoto to Ichikawa. However, there are services departing from Matsumoto Bus Terminal and arriving at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Matsumoto and Ichikawa?

No, there is no direct train from Matsumoto to Ichikawa. However, there are services departing from Matsumoto and arriving at Hon Hachiman via Shinjuku Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Matsumoto to Ichikawa?

The distance between Matsumoto and Ichikawa is 245 km. The road distance is 235.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Matsumoto to Ichikawa without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs ¥3600 - ¥4800.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Matsumoto to Ichikawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matsumoto to Ichikawa bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Matsumoto to Ichikawa train from?

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

Train or bus from Matsumoto to Ichikawa?

The best way to get from Matsumoto to Ichikawa is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs ¥3600 - ¥4800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4500 - ¥9000 and takes 4h 31m.

Where does the Matsumoto to Ichikawa bus arrive?

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

Where does the Matsumoto to Ichikawa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matsumoto to Ichikawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Matsumoto to Ichikawa is 236 km. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Matsumoto to Ichikawa.

Where can I stay near Ichikawa?

There are 11882+ hotels available in Ichikawa.

Matsumoto to Ichikawa - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Matsumoto to Ichikawa by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Matsumoto to Shinjuku Stationtrain Azusa
2. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Hon Hachimantrain Chuuou Soubusen Kakutei
3h 21m
¥3,673–4,799
Bus
1. Take the bus from Matsumoto Bus Terminal to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus
4h 31m
¥4,540–8,742
Drive 235.7 km
1. Drive from Matsumoto to Ichikawacar 235.7 km
3h 29m
¥4,065–5,871
Bus via Shimo-Suwa
1. Take the bus from Shimosuwa to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus Shinjuku
5h 19m
¥4,485–4,845

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Distance: 244.6 km
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a train from Matsumoto to Hon Hachiman via Shinjuku Station in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, ALPICO Kotsu operates a bus from Matsumoto Bus Terminal to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥4,100–8,500 and the journey takes 3h 53m.

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