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

The cheapest way to get from Okazaki to Matsumoto is to drive which costs ¥3500 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Okazaki to Matsumoto is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs ¥3500 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct bus between Okazaki and Matsumoto?

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

Is there a direct train between Okazaki and Matsumoto?

No, there is no direct train from Okazaki to Matsumoto. However, there are services departing from Higashi Okazaki and arriving at Matsumoto via Nagoya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Okazaki to Matsumoto?

The distance between Okazaki and Matsumoto is 225 km. The road distance is 204.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Okazaki to Matsumoto without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Okazaki to Matsumoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Okazaki to Matsumoto bus from?

Okazaki to Matsumoto bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, depart from Meitetsu Bus Center station.

Where do I catch the Okazaki to Matsumoto train from?

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

Train or bus from Okazaki to Matsumoto?

The best way to get from Okazaki to Matsumoto is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4000 - ¥8000 and takes 5h.

Where does the Okazaki to Matsumoto bus arrive?

Okazaki to Matsumoto bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, arrive at Matsumoto Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Okazaki to Matsumoto train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Okazaki to Matsumoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Okazaki to Matsumoto is 204 km. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Okazaki to Matsumoto.

Where can I stay near Matsumoto?

There are 340+ hotels available in Matsumoto.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nagoya to Matsumototrain Shinano 23 / ...
3h 43m
Drive 204.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Okazaki to Matsumotocar 204.2 km
3h 4m
¥3,545–5,121
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to Matsumoto Bus Terminalbus
5h
¥4,072–7,762

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Distance: 225.3 km
Duration: 3h 43m

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

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Nagoya to Matsumoto hourly, and the journey takes 2h 6m. Alternatively, ALPICO Kotsu operates a bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to Matsumoto Bus Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost ¥3,400–7,000 and the journey takes 3h 27m.

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