How to travel from Matsue to Naha, Japan
The distance between Matsue and Naha is around 1,322km (821 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 40m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Matsue to Naha by plane, train, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Naha → Matsue if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Izumo (IZO) to Okinawa (OKA).
- Duration3h 40m
- Flight time3hrs
- Typical cost¥30,800($225)
+ 1 others2 similiar routes
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Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Hakata Bus Terminal and then to Kagoshima Honkou then take a ferry to Naze and then to 那覇港 船客待合所.
- Duration1 day 18h
- Departstwice a week
- Typical cost¥33,675($245)
Multiple operators
Train and Ferry
Take the train to Okayama and then to Kagoshima-Chuo then take a ferry to 那覇港 船客待合所.
- Duration1 day 7h
- Departs4 times a week
- Typical cost¥37,510($275)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Matsue and Naha
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Matsue to Naha by plane, train, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take the train and then fly which costs around ¥24,095 ($175) and will take around 5h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥30,800 ($225).
The distance between Matsue and Naha is around 1,322km (821 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,149km (714 miles)
It takes around 3h 40m to get from Matsue and Naha by plane.
The quickest way to get from Matsue to Naha is to fly which takes around 3h 40m and will set you back approx ¥30,800 ($225).
The cheapest way to travel between Matsue and Naha is to take the train and then fly which will typically cost around ¥24,095 ($175) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Matsue and Naha. We recommend that you fly from Izumo (IZO) to Okinawa (OKA). instead which will take 3h 40m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Matsue and Naha. We recommend that you fly from Izumo (IZO) to Okinawa (OKA). instead which will take 3h 40m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Matsue and Naha. Flights depart from Izumo (IZO) and arrive at Okinawa (OKA) - via Osaka Itami (ITM). The flight takes around 3hrs.
There is no direct flight from Matsue to Naha. There is however a flight that goes via Osaka Itami (ITM). This services will take at least 3h 40m (not including layover time).
The flight from Matsue to Naha typically takes around 3hrs. Flights depart from Izumo (IZO) and and arrive into Okinawa (OKA).
The closest major airport to Naha is Naha Airport (OKA) (OKA) which is approximately 3km (2 miles) from Naha. Kume-jima Airport (UEO) (UEO) and Fukuoka Airport (FUK) (FUK) 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 Matsue to Naha. We recommend that you fly from Izumo (IZO) to Okinawa (OKA). instead which will take 3h 40m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Matsue to Naha is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 40m and will usually cost around ¥30,800 ($225).
Compare travel optionsbetween Matsue and Naha
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 2 similar | 3h 40m | ¥30,800($225) | hourly | 1,482km (921 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 5h 25m | ¥24,095($175) | twice daily | 1,322km (821 miles) |
| Train to Okayama, plane | 6h 35m | ¥31,075($225) | twice daily | 1,358km (844 miles) |
Bus and Ferry | 1 day 18h | ¥33,675($245) | twice a week | 1,592km (989 miles) |
Train and Ferry + 1 similar | 1 day 7h | ¥37,510($275) | 4 times a week | 1,563km (971 miles) |
| Bus, Train and Ferry | 1 day 10h | ¥33,675($245) | 4 times a week | 1,644km (1,022 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Matsue and Naha
Bus companies
Ryobi Express
Chutetsu Bus
Nishitetsu
Yanbaru Express
Karry Kanko
Train operators
Airlines
Solaseed Air
Japan Transocean Air
Ferry operators
A Line
Marix Line
Airports near Naha
The following major airports near Naha offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Naha Airport (OKA)
- Distance
- 3km (2 miles) from Naha
Kume-jima Airport (UEO)
- Distance
- 97km (60 miles) from Naha
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
- Distance
- 862km (536 miles) from Naha