How to travel from Hakodate to Matsue, Japan
The distance between Hakodate and Matsue is around 1,339km (832 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 35m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Hakodate to Matsue by plane, train, bus, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Matsue → Hakodate if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Hakodate (HKD) to Izumo (IZO).
- Duration3h 35m
- Flight time2h 50m
- Typical cost¥40,795($300)
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Train
Take the train to Tokyo then Okayama and then to Matsue.
- Duration10h 25m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost¥49,010($360)
Multiple train operators
Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Aomori Ferry Terminal then take the bus to Tokyo Station Nihonbashi-guchi and then to Matsue Station.
- Duration1 day 3h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥31,760($230)
Multiple operators
Train and Bus
Take the train to Sendai(Miyagi/Jr) then take the bus to Shonaikankobussankan then Oosaka eki mae and then to Matsue Station.
- Duration22h 35m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥42,440($310)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Oma then drive to Matsue.
- Duration18h 25m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost¥22,725($165)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Hakodate and Matsue
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Hakodate to Matsue by plane, train, bus, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then drive which costs around ¥22,725 ($165) and will take around 18h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥40,795 ($300).
The distance between Hakodate and Matsue is around 1,339km (832 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 967km (601 miles)
It takes around 3h 35m to get from Hakodate and Matsue by plane.
The quickest way to get from Hakodate to Matsue is to fly which takes around 3h 35m and will set you back approx ¥40,795 ($300).
The cheapest way to travel between Hakodate and Matsue is to take a ferry and then drive which will typically cost around ¥22,725 ($165) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Hakodate and Matsue. It typically takes around 10h 25m and departs twice daily.
There are no direct train services that runs from Hakodate to Matsue. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto, Tokyo and Okayama. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 10h 25m.
Japan Railways Shinkansen and Japan Railways Limited Express run train services between Hakodate and Matsue. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 10h 25m, 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 Hakodate and Matsue. We recommend that you fly from Hakodate (HKD) to Izumo (IZO). instead which will take 3h 35m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Hakodate and Matsue. Flights depart from Hakodate (HKD) and arrive at Izumo (IZO) - via Tokyo Haneda (HND). The flight takes around 2h 50m.
There is no direct flight from Hakodate to Matsue. There is however a flight that goes via Tokyo Haneda (HND). This services will take at least 3h 35m (not including layover time).
The flight from Hakodate to Matsue typically takes around 2h 50m. Flights depart from Hakodate (HKD) and and arrive into Izumo (IZO).
The closest major airport to Matsue is Izumo Airport (IZO) (IZO) which is approximately 16km (10 miles) from Matsue. Miho Airport (YGJ) (YGJ) and Kansai International Airport (KIX) (KIX) 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 Hakodate to Matsue. We recommend that you fly from Hakodate (HKD) to Izumo (IZO). instead which will take 3h 35m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Hakodate to Matsue is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 35m and will usually cost around ¥40,795 ($300).
Compare travel optionsbetween Hakodate and Matsue
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 3h 35m | ¥40,795($300) | hourly | 1,353km (841 miles) |
| Fly to Yonago (YGJ) | 4h 10m | ¥45,315($330) | hourly | 1,339km (832 miles) |
Train | 10h 25m | ¥49,010($360) | twice daily | 1,698km (1,055 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 1 day 3h | ¥31,760($230) | once daily | 1,611km (1,001 miles) |
Train and Bus | 22h 35m | ¥42,440($310) | once daily | 1,661km (1,032 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 18h 25m | ¥22,725($165) | twice daily | 1,401km (871 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Hakodate and Matsue
Airlines
AIRDO
Ferry operators
Seikan Ferry
Tsugaru Kaikyo Ferry
Bus companies
Shonai Kotsu
Chugoku JR Bus Company
Konan Bus
Train operators
Airports near Matsue
The following major airports near Matsue offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Izumo Airport (IZO)
- Distance
- 16km (10 miles) from Matsue
Miho Airport (YGJ)
- Distance
- 18km (11 miles) from Matsue
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
- Distance
- 231km (143 miles) from Matsue