How to travel from Matsumoto to Nagasaki, Japan

The distance between Matsumoto and Nagasaki is around 872km (542 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3hrs.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Matsumoto to Nagasaki by plane, train, ferry, car and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Matsumoto (MMJ) to Nagasaki (NGS).

  • Duration3hrs
  • Flight time2h 15m
  • Typical cost
    ¥25,055($185)
Operated by

Fuji Dream

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3 x train
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Train

Take the train to Nagoya then Hakata and then to Nagasaki(Nagasaki).

  • Duration7h 25m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ¥31,485($230)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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3 x bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Meitetsu Bus Centre then Nishitetsu Tenjin Expressway BT and then to Nagasaki.

  • Duration16h 45m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ¥19,165($140)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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car
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Drive

Drive to Nagasaki.

  • Duration12h 35m
  • Distance1,082km (672 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Matsumoto and Nagasaki

There are several options for getting from Matsumoto to Nagasaki by plane, train, ferry, car and bus. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ¥19,165 ($140) and will take around 16h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥25,055 ($185).

The distance between Matsumoto and Nagasaki is around 872km (542 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 836km (520 miles)

It takes around 3h 55m to get from Matsumoto and Nagasaki by plane and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 12h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Matsumoto to Nagasaki is to fly which takes around 3hrs and will set you back approx ¥25,055 ($185).

The cheapest way to travel between Matsumoto and Nagasaki, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ¥19,165 ($140) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Matsumoto and Nagasaki. It typically takes around 7h 25m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Matsumoto to Nagasaki. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Nagoya and Hakata. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 7h 25m.

Japan Railways Limited Express and Japan Railways Shinkansen run train services between Matsumoto and Nagasaki. Trains depart hourly and will take around 7h 25m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Matsumoto and Nagasaki. It typically takes around 16h 45m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Matsumoto to Nagasaki. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Meitetsu Bus Centre and Nishitetsu Tenjin Expressway BT. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 16h 45m.

Alpico Group, Meitetsu Bus and Nishitetsu run regular bus services between Matsumoto and Nagasaki. Buses run once daily and take around 16h 45m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Matsumoto and Nagasaki. Flights depart from Matsumoto (MMJ) and arrive at Nagasaki (NGS) - via Kobe (UKB). The flight takes around 2h 15m.

There is no direct flight from Matsumoto to Nagasaki. There is however a flight that goes via Kobe (UKB). This services will take at least 3hrs (not including layover time).

The flight from Matsumoto to Nagasaki typically takes around 2h 15m. Flights depart from Matsumoto (MMJ) and and arrive into Nagasaki (NGS).

The closest major airport to Nagasaki is Nagasaki Airport (NGS) (NGS) which is approximately 19km (12 miles) from Nagasaki. Amakusa Airport (AXJ) (AXJ) 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 Nagasaki. The distance is around 1,082km (672 miles) by road and it will take around 12h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Matsumoto to Nagasaki is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 55m and will usually cost around ¥29,025 ($210).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Matsumoto and Nagasaki

Transport options from Matsumoto to Nagasaki
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 3 similar
3hrs
¥25,055($185)
every 20 mins872km (542 miles)
Plane and Train3h 55m
¥29,025($210)
hourly907km (564 miles)
Train and Plane5h 40m
¥42,985($315)
hourly1,234km (767 miles)
Plane, Ferry and Car4hrs
¥33,950($250)
every 2 hours961km (597 miles)
Train
7h 25m
¥31,485($230)
hourly1,060km (659 miles)
Bus
16h 45m
¥19,165($140)
once daily1,177km (731 miles)
Drive
12h 35m
¥15,605($115)
on demand1,082km (672 miles)

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Airports near Nagasaki

The following major airports near Nagasaki offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.

NGS
Nagasaki Airport (NGS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
19km (12 miles) from Nagasaki
AXJ
Amakusa Airport (AXJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
39km (25 miles) from Nagasaki
FUK
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
International Airport
Distance
107km (66 miles) from Nagasaki