How to travel from Matsumoto to Akune, Japan
The distance between Matsumoto and Akune is around 951km (591 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 45m.
10 routes found
We've found 10 different ways to get from Matsumoto to Akune by plane, train, car, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Akune → Matsumoto if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Train
Fly from Matsumoto (MMJ) to Fukuoka (FUK) then take the train to Izumi(Kagoshima).
- Duration3h 45m
- Flight time1h 40m
- Typical cost¥42,715($310)
Multiple operators
5 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Nagoya then Shin-Osaka and then to Izumi(Kagoshima).
- Duration7h 10m
- Departsevery 3 hours
- Typical cost¥30,800($225)
Multiple train operators
Bus and Train
Take the bus to Meitetsu Bus Centre then take the train to Hakata then take the bus to Kumamoto then take the train to Izumi(Kagoshima).
- Duration10h 15m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥28,750($210)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Matsumoto and Akune
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Matsumoto to Akune by plane, train, car, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around ¥21,080 ($155) and will take around 21h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 3h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥42,715 ($310).
The distance between Matsumoto and Akune is around 951km (591 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 856km (532 miles)
It takes around 3h 45m to get from Matsumoto and Akune by plane and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 13h 30m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Matsumoto to Akune is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 45m and will set you back approx ¥42,715 ($310).
The cheapest way to travel between Matsumoto and Akune, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train 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 Matsumoto and Akune. It typically takes around 7h 10m and departs every 3 hours.
There are no direct train services that runs from Matsumoto to Akune. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Nagoya, Shin-Osaka and Izumi(Kagoshima). These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 7h 10m.
Japan Railways Limited Express and Japan Railways Shinkansen run train services between Matsumoto and Akune. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 7h 10m, 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 Matsumoto and Akune. We recommend that you fly from Matsumoto (MMJ) to Fukuoka (FUK) then take the train to Izumi(Kagoshima). instead which will take 3h 45m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Matsumoto to Akune. We recommend that you fly from Matsumoto (MMJ) to Fukuoka (FUK) then take the train to Izumi(Kagoshima). instead which will take 3h 45m.
The closest major airport to Akune is Amakusa Airport (AXJ) (AXJ) which is approximately 52km (32 miles) from Akune. Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) (KOJ) and Fukuoka Airport (FUK) (FUK) 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 Matsumoto and Akune. The distance is around 1,156km (718 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 Matsumoto to Akune is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 45m and will usually cost around ¥42,715 ($310).
Compare travel optionsbetween Matsumoto and Akune
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Train + 5 similar | 3h 45m | ¥42,715($310) | hourly | 963km (598 miles) |
| Fly to Kagoshima (KOJ), Train | 3h 50m | ¥25,875($190) | hourly | 960km (597 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 5h 35m | ¥30,665($225) | hourly | 1,013km (629 miles) |
| Train to Nagoya, plane | 5h 50m | ¥36,140($265) | hourly | 951km (591 miles) |
| Train to Shinjuku(Jr), plane | 6h 25m | ¥28,610($210) | hourly | 1,308km (813 miles) |
| Plane, Car and Ferry | 4h 10m | ¥37,510($275) | every 3 hours | 963km (599 miles) |
Train | 7h 10m | ¥30,800($225) | every 3 hours | 1,116km (694 miles) |
Bus and Train + 1 similar | 10h 15m | ¥28,750($210) | once daily | 1,206km (749 miles) |
| Bus to Osaka Hankyu Sanbangai, train | 21h 55m | ¥21,080($155) | once daily | 1,217km (756 miles) |
Drive | 13h 30m | ¥17,250($125) | on demand | 1,156km (718 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Matsumoto and Akune
Airlines
Fuji Dream
Amakusa Airlines
Skymark Airlines
Ibex Airlines
Bus companies
Alpico Group
Nishitetsu
Kintetsu Bus
Train operators
Ferry operators
Sanwa Merchant Vessel Co.. Ltd.
Airports near Akune
The following major airports near Akune offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Amakusa Airport (AXJ)
- Distance
- 52km (32 miles) from Akune
Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
- Distance
- 55km (34 miles) from Akune
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
- Distance
- 176km (109 miles) from Akune