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

The cheapest way to get from Matsumoto to Kamakura is to train via Hachiōji which costs ¥3800 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matsumoto to Kamakura is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs ¥3800 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct bus between Matsumoto and Kamakura?

No, there is no direct bus from Matsumoto to Kamakura. However, there are services departing from Shimosuwa and arriving at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Matsumoto and Kamakura?

No, there is no direct train from Matsumoto to Kamakura. However, there are services departing from Matsumoto and arriving at Kamakura via Hachioji and Yokohama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Matsumoto to Kamakura?

The distance between Matsumoto and Kamakura is 249 km. The road distance is 222 km.

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

The best way to get from Matsumoto to Kamakura without a car is to train via Hachiōji which takes 3h 41m and costs ¥3800 - ¥5500.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Matsumoto to Kamakura, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matsumoto to Kamakura bus from?

Matsumoto to Kamakura bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, depart from Shimosuwa station.

Where do I catch the Matsumoto to Kamakura train from?

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

Train or bus from Matsumoto to Kamakura?

The best way to get from Matsumoto to Kamakura is to train via Hachiōji which takes 3h 41m and costs ¥3800 - ¥5500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥5000 - ¥6000 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Matsumoto to Kamakura bus arrive?

Matsumoto to Kamakura bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, arrive at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Matsumoto to Kamakura train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matsumoto to Kamakura?

Yes, the driving distance between Matsumoto to Kamakura is 222 km. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Matsumoto to Kamakura.

Where can I stay near Kamakura?

There are 1090+ hotels available in Kamakura.

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

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

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Train via Hachiōji
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1. Take the train from Matsumoto to Hachiojitrain Azusa
2. Take the train from Hachioji to Yokohamatrain Yokohamasenkaisoku / ...
3h 41m
¥3,808–5,027
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Matsumoto Bus Terminal to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Ōfunatrain Shounan Shinjuku Rain / ...
4h 56m
¥4,900–9,192
Drive 222 km
1. Drive from Matsumoto to Kamakuracar 222 km
3h 20m
¥3,833–5,536
Train
1. Take the train from Matsumoto to Shinjuku Stationtrain Azusa
2. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Kamakuratrain Shounan Shinjuku Rain / ...
4h 6m
¥4,073–5,349
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shimosuwa to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus Shinjuku
5h 52m
¥5,265–5,825

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Distance: 248.6 km
Duration: 3h 41m

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

You can take a train from Matsumoto to Kamakura via Hachioji and Yokohama in around 3h 41m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Shimosuwa to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal hourly. Tickets cost ¥3,800 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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