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

The cheapest way to get from Matsumoto to Saitama is to drive which costs ¥3500 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matsumoto to Saitama is to train via Nagano which takes 2h 50m and costs ¥3700 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct bus between Matsumoto and Saitama?

No, there is no direct bus from Matsumoto to Saitama. However, there are services departing from Matsumoto Bus Terminal and arriving at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Matsumoto and Saitama?

No, there is no direct train from Matsumoto to Saitama station. However, there are services departing from Matsumoto and arriving at Omiya Station via Nagano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Matsumoto to Saitama?

The distance between Matsumoto and Saitama is 252 km. The road distance is 206.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Matsumoto to Saitama without a car is to train via Nagano which takes 2h 50m and costs ¥3700 - ¥5500.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Matsumoto to Saitama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matsumoto to Saitama bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Matsumoto to Saitama train from?

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

Train or bus from Matsumoto to Saitama?

The best way to get from Matsumoto to Saitama is to train via Nagano which takes 2h 50m and costs ¥3700 - ¥5500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4600 - ¥9000 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Matsumoto to Saitama bus arrive?

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

Where does the Matsumoto to Saitama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matsumoto to Saitama?

Yes, the driving distance between Matsumoto to Saitama is 206 km. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Matsumoto to Saitama.

How do I get a train ticket from Matsumoto to Saitama?

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

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

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Train via Nagano
best
1. Take the train from Matsumoto to Naganotrain Shinano 25 / ...
2. Take the train from Nagano to Omiya Stationtrain Kagayaki / ...
2h 50m
¥3,780–5,102
Drive 206.4 km
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1. Drive from Matsumoto to Saitamacar 206.4 km
3h 13m
¥3,581–5,172
Bus
1. Take the bus from Matsumoto Bus Terminal to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus
4h 38m
¥4,600–8,792
Train
1. Take the train from Matsumoto to Shinjuku Stationtrain Azusa
2. Take the train from 新宿 Shinjuku to 大宮 Ōmiyatrain Ja / ...
3h 21m
¥3,723–4,849

Matsumoto to Saitama by train

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Distance: 251.7 km
Duration: 2h 50m

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

You can take a train from Matsumoto to Omiya Station via Nagano in around 2h 50m. 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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