What is the cheapest way to get from Matsumoto to Nara Station?

The cheapest way to get from Matsumoto to Nara Station is to drive which costs ¥5500 - ¥8000 and takes 4h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Matsumoto to Nara Station?

The fastest way to get from Matsumoto to Nara Station is to fly and train which takes 3h 48m and costs ¥25000 - ¥37000.

Is there a direct bus between Matsumoto and Nara Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Matsumoto to Nara Station station. However, there are services departing from Matsumoto Bus Terminal and arriving at JR Nara Station via Meitetsu Bus Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Matsumoto and Nara Station?

No, there is no direct train from Matsumoto to Nara Station. However, there are services departing from Matsumoto and arriving at Nara via Nagoya and Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Matsumoto to Nara Station?

The distance between Matsumoto and Nara Station is 362 km. The road distance is 319.4 km.

How do I travel from Matsumoto to Nara Station without a car?

The best way to get from Matsumoto to Nara Station without a car is to train via Kyoto which takes 4h 8m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Matsumoto to Nara Station?

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Matsumoto to Nara Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matsumoto to Nara Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Matsumoto to Nara Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Matsumoto to Nara Station?

The best way to get from Matsumoto to Nara Station is to train via Kyoto which takes 4h 8m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥6000 - ¥11000 and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Matsumoto to Nara Station bus arrive?

Matsumoto to Nara Station bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, arrive at Meitetsu Bus Center station.

Where does the Matsumoto to Nara Station train arrive?

Matsumoto to Nara Station train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Nagoya station.

Can I drive from Matsumoto to Nara Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Matsumoto to Nara Station is 319 km. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Matsumoto to Nara Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Matsumoto to Nara Station?

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Where can I stay near Nara Station?

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Matsumoto to Nara Station - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Matsumoto to Nara Station by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Kyoto
best
1. Take the train from Matsumoto to Nagoyatrain
2. Take the train from Nagoya to Kyototrain
3. Take the train from Kyōto to Naratrain
4h 8m
Drive 319.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Matsumoto to Nara Stationcar 319.4 km
4h 56m
¥5,548–8,013
Bus
1. Take the bus from Matsumoto Bus Terminal to Meitetsu Bus Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to JR Nara Stationbus
7h 8m
¥6,100–10,609
Fly, train
1. Fly from Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) to Kobe (UKB)plane MMJ - UKB
2. Take the train from Sannomiya(Jr) to Shinfukushimatrain
3. Take the train from Fukushima to Naratrain
3h 48m
¥25,111–36,729
Train
1. Take the train from Matsumoto to Nagoyatrain Shinano 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Kintetsu-Nagoya to Yamato-Yagitrain Urban Liner / ...
6h 3m

Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) to Kobe (UKB) flights

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Distance: 362.2 km
Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between Matsumoto, Japan and Nara Station, Japan?

You can take a train from Matsumoto to Nara via Nagoya, Kyoto, and Kyōto in around 4h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Matsumoto Bus Terminal to JR Nara Station via Meitetsu Bus Center in around 7h 8m.

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