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

The cheapest way to get from Matsumoto to Sano is to drive which costs ¥3000 - ¥4500 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matsumoto to Sano is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs ¥3000 - ¥4500.

Is there a direct bus between Matsumoto and Sano?

No, there is no direct bus from Matsumoto to Sano. However, there are services departing from Matsumoto Bus Terminal and arriving at Sano Shintoshi Bus Terminal via Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Matsumoto and Sano?

No, there is no direct train from Matsumoto to Sano. However, there are services departing from Matsumoto and arriving at 佐野 Sano via Nagano and 高崎 Takasaki. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Matsumoto to Sano?

The distance between Matsumoto and Sano is 245 km. The road distance is 179.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Matsumoto to Sano without a car is to train via Takasaki which takes 4h 33m and costs ¥3600 - ¥5500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Matsumoto to Sano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matsumoto to Sano bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Matsumoto to Sano train from?

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

Train or bus from Matsumoto to Sano?

The best way to get from Matsumoto to Sano is to train via Takasaki which takes 4h 33m and costs ¥3600 - ¥5500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥5500 - ¥10000 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Matsumoto to Sano bus arrive?

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

Where does the Matsumoto to Sano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matsumoto to Sano?

Yes, the driving distance between Matsumoto to Sano is 179 km. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Matsumoto to Sano.

Where can I stay near Sano?

There are 87+ hotels available in Sano.

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

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Train via Takasaki
best
1. Take the train from Matsumoto to Naganotrain
2. Take the train from Nagano to Takasakitrain
3. Take the train from 高崎 Takasaki to 佐野 Sanotrain
4h 33m
¥3,680–5,202
Drive 179.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Matsumoto to Sanocar 179.1 km
3h 4m
¥3,068–4,431
Bus
1. Take the bus from Matsumoto Bus Terminal to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Sano Shintoshi Bus Terminalbus Marronnier Shinjuku / Tokyo
6h 26m
¥5,700–9,692
Train
1. Take the train from Matsumoto to Naganotrain
2. Take the train from Nagano to Omiya Stationtrain
3. Take the train from 大宮 Ōmiya to 小山 Oyamatrain Ju
4h 39m
¥5,050–6,852

Matsumoto to Sano by train

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Distance: 244.7 km
Duration: 4h 33m

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

You can take a train from Matsumoto to 佐野 Sano via Nagano, Takasaki, and 高崎 Takasaki in around 4h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Matsumoto Bus Terminal to Sano Shintoshi Bus Terminal via Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal in around 6h 26m.

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