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

The cheapest way to get from Matsumoto to Kawagoe is to train and bus which costs ¥3400 - ¥4400 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matsumoto to Kawagoe is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs ¥3400 - ¥4900.

Is there a direct train between Matsumoto and Kawagoe?

No, there is no direct train from Matsumoto to Kawagoe. However, there are services departing from Matsumoto and arriving at 川越 Kawagoe via Nagano and 大宮 Ōmiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Matsumoto to Kawagoe?

The distance between Matsumoto and Kawagoe is 268 km. The road distance is 195.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Matsumoto to Kawagoe without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs ¥4100 - ¥6000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Matsumoto to Kawagoe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matsumoto to Kawagoe train from?

Matsumoto to Kawagoe train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Matsumoto station.

Where does the Matsumoto to Kawagoe train arrive?

Matsumoto to Kawagoe train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Nagano station.

Can I drive from Matsumoto to Kawagoe?

Yes, the driving distance between Matsumoto to Kawagoe is 196 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Matsumoto to Kawagoe.

Where can I stay near Kawagoe?

There are 456+ hotels available in Kawagoe.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Matsumoto to Naganotrain Shinano 25 / ...
2. Take the train from Nagano to Omiya Stationtrain Kagayaki / ...
3h 24m
¥4,100–5,552
Drive 195.5 km
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1. Drive from Matsumoto to Kawagoecar 195.5 km
2h 54m
¥3,396–4,905
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Matsumoto to Tachikawatrain Azusa
2. Take the bus from 立川駅北口 to 久米川駅bus 立３４
3h 49m
¥3,407–4,356

Matsumoto to Kawagoe by train

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3h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 267.8 km
Duration: 3h 24m

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

You can take a train from Matsumoto to 川越 Kawagoe via Nagano, Omiya Station, and 大宮 Ōmiya in around 3h 24m.

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