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

The cheapest way to get from Matsumoto to Seki is to drive which costs ¥3100 - ¥4600 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matsumoto to Seki is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs ¥3100 - ¥4600.

Is there a direct bus between Matsumoto and Seki?

No, there is no direct bus from Matsumoto to Seki. However, there are services departing from Matsumoto Bus Terminal and arriving at Kosoku Seki via Meitetsu Bus Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Matsumoto and Seki?

No, there is no direct train from Matsumoto to Seki. However, there are services departing from Matsumoto and arriving at Seki via Tajimi and Mino-Ōta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Matsumoto to Seki?

The distance between Matsumoto and Seki is 179 km. The road distance is 182.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Matsumoto to Seki without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Matsumoto to Seki, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matsumoto to Seki bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Matsumoto to Seki train from?

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

Train or bus from Matsumoto to Seki?

The best way to get from Matsumoto to Seki is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Matsumoto to Seki bus arrive?

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

Where does the Matsumoto to Seki train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matsumoto to Seki?

Yes, the driving distance between Matsumoto to Seki is 183 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Matsumoto to Seki.

Where can I stay near Seki?

There are 213+ hotels available in Seki.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Matsumoto to Tajimitrain Shinano 12 / ...
3h 50m
Drive 182.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Matsumoto to Sekicar 182.8 km
2h 50m
¥3,171–4,580
Bus
1. Take the bus from Matsumoto Bus Terminal to Meitetsu Bus Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to Kosoku Sekibus
5h 21m

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Distance: 179.3 km
Duration: 3h 50m

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

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Matsumoto to Tajimi hourly, and the journey takes 1h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Matsumoto Bus Terminal to Kosoku Seki via Meitetsu Bus Center in around 5h 21m.

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