How to travel from Chitose to Matsumoto, Japan
The distance between Chitose and Matsumoto is around 959km (596 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 40m.
9 routes found
We've found 9 different ways to get from Chitose to Matsumoto by train, ferry, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Matsumoto → Chitose if you're planning a return trip.
Fly to Toyama (TOY), train
Fly from New Chitose (CTS) to Toyama (TOY) then take the train to Nagano and then to Matsumoto.
- Duration3h 40m
- Flight time1h 30m
- Typical cost¥36,965($270)
Multiple operators
5 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto, Omiya(Saitama) then Nagano and then to Matsumoto.
- Duration8h 35m
- Departsevery 4 hours
- Typical cost¥34,360($250)
Multiple train operators
Train, Ferry and Bus
Take the train to Hakodate then take a ferry to Aomori Ferry Terminal then take the bus to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and then to Matsumoto Bus Terminal.
- Duration21hrs
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥23,545($170)
Multiple operators
Car and Ferry
Drive to Hakodate then take a ferry to Oma then drive to Matsumoto.
- Duration16h 25m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost¥18,890($140)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Chitose and Matsumoto
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Chitose to Matsumoto by train, ferry, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to drive and then take a ferry which costs around ¥18,890 ($140) and will take around 16h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 3h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥36,965 ($270).
The distance between Chitose and Matsumoto is around 959km (596 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 797km (495 miles)
It takes around 8h 35m to get from Chitose and Matsumoto by train.
The quickest way to get from Chitose to Matsumoto is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 40m and will set you back approx ¥36,965 ($270).
The cheapest way to travel between Chitose and Matsumoto is to drive and then take a ferry which will typically cost around ¥18,890 ($140) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Chitose and Matsumoto. It typically takes around 8h 35m and departs every 4 hours.
There are no direct train services that runs from Chitose to Matsumoto. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto, Omiya(Saitama) and Nagano. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 8h 35m.
Japan Railways Limited Express, Japan Railways Shinkansen and Japan Railways (JR) run train services between Chitose and Matsumoto. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 8h 35m, 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 Chitose and Matsumoto. We recommend that you fly from New Chitose (CTS) to Toyama (TOY) then take the train to Nagano and then to Matsumoto. instead which will take 3h 40m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Chitose to Matsumoto. We recommend that you fly from New Chitose (CTS) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Matsumoto. instead which will take 4h 60m.
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
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Chitose to Matsumoto. We recommend that you take the train to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto, Omiya(Saitama) then Nagano and then to Matsumoto. instead which will take 8h 35m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Chitose to Matsumoto is to take the train which takes, on average, 8h 35m and will usually cost around ¥34,360 ($250).
Compare travel optionsbetween Chitose and Matsumoto
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly to Toyama (TOY), train + 5 similar | 3h 40m | ¥36,965($270) | hourly | 1,028km (639 miles) |
| Fly to Komatsu (KMQ), train | 4h 10m | ¥45,175($330) | hourly | 1,169km (726 miles) |
| Fly to Chūbu Centrair (NGO), Train | 4h 35m | ¥22,725($165) | hourly | 1,208km (750 miles) |
| Fly to Niigata (KIJ), train | 4h 40m | ¥30,800($225) | hourly | 959km (596 miles) |
| Fly to Ibaraki (IBR), train | 4h 45m | ¥35,870($260) | hourly | 1,123km (698 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 4h 60m | ¥26,150($190) | hourly | 1,071km (666 miles) |
Train | 8h 35m | ¥34,360($250) | every 4 hours | 1,296km (805 miles) |
Train, Ferry and Bus | 21hrs | ¥23,545($170) | once daily | 1,333km (828 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 16h 25m | ¥18,890($140) | twice daily | 1,124km (698 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Chitose and Matsumoto
Airlines
Skymark Airlines
AIRDO
Peach Aviation Limited
Ferry operators
Seikan Ferry
Tsugaru Kaikyo Ferry
Bus companies
Konan Bus
Alpico Group
Train operators
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