How to travel from Matsumoto to Sasebo, Japan

The distance between Matsumoto and Sasebo is around 870km (541 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 20m.

8 routes found

We've found 8 different ways to get from Matsumoto to Sasebo by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out SaseboMatsumoto if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

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

  • Duration3h 20m
  • Flight time2h 15m
  • Typical cost
    ¥23,545($170)
Operated by

Fuji Dream

+ 4 others

3 similiar routes

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Train via Nagoya

Take the train to Nagoya, Shin-Osaka then Shin-Tosu and then to Sasebo.

  • Duration7h 10m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ¥28,885($210)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

1 similiar route

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3 x bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Sakae then Nishitetsu Tenjin Expressway BT and then to Sasebo.

  • Duration16h 45m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ¥18,210($135)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Drive

Drive to Sasebo.

  • Duration12h 25m
  • Distance1,053km (654 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Matsumoto and Sasebo

There are several options for getting from Matsumoto to Sasebo by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ¥18,210 ($135) and will take around 16h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥23,545 ($170).

The distance between Matsumoto and Sasebo is around 870km (541 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 827km (514 miles)

It takes around 3h 50m to get from Matsumoto and Sasebo by plane and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 12h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Matsumoto to Sasebo is to fly which takes around 3h 20m and will set you back approx ¥23,545 ($170).

The cheapest way to travel between Matsumoto and Sasebo, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ¥18,210 ($135) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

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

There are no direct train services that runs from Matsumoto to Sasebo. 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 Sasebo. 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 Sasebo. It typically takes around 16h 45m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Matsumoto to Sasebo. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Sakae 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 Sasebo. 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 Sasebo. 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 Sasebo. There is however a flight that goes via Kobe (UKB). This services will take at least 3h 20m (not including layover time).

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

The closest major airport to Sasebo is Nagasaki Airport (NGS) (NGS) which is approximately 35km (22 miles) from Sasebo. Saga Airport (HSG) (HSG) 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 Sasebo. The distance is around 1,053km (654 miles) by road and it will take around 12h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Matsumoto to Sasebo is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 50m and will usually cost around ¥39,425 ($290).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Matsumoto and Sasebo

Transport options from Matsumoto to Sasebo
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 3 similar
3h 20m
¥23,545($170)
hourly884km (549 miles)
Plane and Train3h 50m
¥39,425($290)
hourly870km (541 miles)
Train and Plane5h 10m
¥33,815($245)
hourly946km (588 miles)
Train to Shinjuku(Jr), Fly5h 60m
¥33,130($240)
hourly1,246km (774 miles)
Train via Nagoya + 1 similar
7h 10m
¥28,885($210)
hourly1,018km (633 miles)
Train7h 25m
¥26,830($195)
hourly1,023km (636 miles)
Bus
16h 45m
¥18,210($135)
once daily1,163km (722 miles)
Drive
12h 25m
¥15,745($115)
on demand1,053km (654 miles)

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Airports near Sasebo

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

NGS
Nagasaki Airport (NGS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
35km (22 miles) from Sasebo
HSG
Saga Airport (HSG)
Domestic Airport
Distance
55km (34 miles) from Sasebo
FUK
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
International Airport
Distance
81km (50 miles) from Sasebo