How to travel from Akune to Matsumoto, Japan
The distance between Akune and Matsumoto is around 961km (597 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3h 35m.
9 routes found
We've found 9 different ways to get from Akune to Matsumoto by train, plane, ferry, car and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Matsumoto → Akune if you're planning a return trip.
Train and Plane
Take the train to Hakata then fly from Fukuoka (FUK) to Matsumoto (MMJ).
- Duration3h 35m
- Flight time1h 30m
- Typical cost¥48,190($350)
Multiple operators
4 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Shin-Osaka then Nagoya and then to Matsumoto.
- Duration7h 15m
- Departsevery 3 hours
- Typical cost¥30,800($225)
Multiple train operators
Train and Bus
Take the train to Kumamoto then take the bus to Hakata Bus Terminal then take the train to Nagoya then take the bus to Matsumoto Bus Terminal.
- Duration10h 10m
- Departsevery 20 mins
- Typical cost¥28,885($210)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Akune and Matsumoto
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Akune to Matsumoto by train, plane, ferry, car and bus. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around ¥21,080 ($155) and will take around 22h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 3h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥48,190 ($350).
The distance between Akune and Matsumoto is around 961km (597 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 856km (532 miles)
It takes around 3h 35m to get from Akune and Matsumoto by train and plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 13h 30m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Akune to Matsumoto is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3h 35m and will set you back approx ¥48,190 ($350).
The cheapest way to travel between Akune and Matsumoto, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around ¥21,080 ($155) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Akune and Matsumoto. It typically takes around 7h 15m and departs every 3 hours.
There are no direct train services that runs from Akune to Matsumoto. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Izumi(Kagoshima), Shin-Osaka and Nagoya. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 7h 15m.
Japan Railways Shinkansen and Japan Railways Limited Express run train services between Akune and Matsumoto. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 7h 15m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Akune and Matsumoto. We recommend that you take the train to Hakata then fly from Fukuoka (FUK) to Matsumoto (MMJ). instead which will take 3h 35m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Akune to Matsumoto. We recommend that you take the train to Hakata then fly from Fukuoka (FUK) to Matsumoto (MMJ). instead which will take 3h 35m.
The closest major airport to Matsumoto is Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) (MMJ) which is approximately 9km (6 miles) from Matsumoto. Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) (HND) and Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) (NGO) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Akune and Matsumoto. The distance is around 1,155km (717 miles) by road and it will take around 13h 30m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Akune to Matsumoto is to take the train and then fly which takes, on average, 3h 35m and will usually cost around ¥48,190 ($350).
Compare travel optionsbetween Akune and Matsumoto
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train and Plane + 4 similar | 3h 35m | ¥48,190($350) | hourly | 963km (598 miles) |
| Train to Kagoshima-Chuo, Fly | 3h 50m | ¥39,565($290) | hourly | 961km (597 miles) |
| Train to Kagoshima-Chuo, plane | 5h 30m | ¥38,880($285) | hourly | 1,014km (630 miles) |
| Train to Kagoshima-Chuo, plane | 6h 30m | ¥28,610($210) | hourly | 1,309km (813 miles) |
| Ferry, Car and Plane | 4hrs | ¥37,510($275) | every 3 hours | 963km (599 miles) |
Train | 7h 15m | ¥30,800($225) | every 3 hours | 1,116km (694 miles) |
Train and Bus + 1 similar | 10h 10m | ¥28,885($210) | every 20 mins | 1,208km (751 miles) |
| Train to Kumamoto, bus | 22h 45m | ¥21,080($155) | once daily | 1,218km (757 miles) |
Drive | 13h 30m | ¥17,250($125) | on demand | 1,155km (717 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Akune and Matsumoto
Airlines
Fuji Dream
Amakusa Airlines
Skymark Airlines
Bus companies
Nishitetsu
Alpico Group
Kintetsu Bus
Train operators
Ferry operators
Sanwa Merchant Vessel Co.. Ltd.
Airports near Matsumoto
The following major airports near Matsumoto offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Matsumoto Airport (MMJ)
- Distance
- 9km (6 miles) from Matsumoto
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
- Distance
- 181km (112 miles) from Matsumoto
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
- Distance
- 186km (116 miles) from Matsumoto