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

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

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 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 Shinjuku Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Matsumoto to Kamakura?

The distance between Matsumoto and Kamakura is 275 km. The road distance is 222.3 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 which takes 4h 25m and costs ¥4000 - ¥5500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Matsumoto to Kamakura, including transfers.

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.

Where does the Matsumoto to Kamakura train arrive?

Matsumoto to Kamakura train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shinjuku 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 1068+ hotels available in Kamakura.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Matsumoto to Shinjuku Stationtrain Azusa
2. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Kamakuratrain JS: Shōnan-Shinjuku
4h 25m
¥4,073–5,349
Drive 222.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Matsumoto to Kamakuracar 222.3 km
3h 20m
¥3,862–5,579
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Matsumoto Bus Terminal to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the train from 新宿 Shinjuku to 大船 Ōfunatrain Js
5h 6m
¥5,010–9,442

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Distance: 275.1 km
Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a train from Matsumoto to Kamakura via Shinjuku Station in around 4h 25m.

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