How to travel from Miyajima to Matsumoto, Japan
The distance between Miyajima and Matsumoto is around 684km (425 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a ferry, then take the train and then fly which takes around 3h 25m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Miyajima to Matsumoto by ferry, train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Matsumoto → Miyajima if you're planning a return trip.
Ferry and Plane
Take a ferry to Hiroshima Port and then to Matsuyama then fly from Matsuyama (MYJ) to Matsumoto (MMJ).
- Duration5hrs
- Flight time2h 20m
- Typical cost¥55,720($405)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Miyajimaguchi then take the train to Nagoya and then to Matsumoto.
- Duration4h 60m
- Departshourly
- Typical cost¥18,480($135)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Miyajimaguchi then take the bus to Okayama IC then Nagoya and then to Matsumoto Bus Terminal.
- Duration11h 20m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost¥15,195($110)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Miyajimaguchi then drive to Matsumoto.
- Duration8h 30m
- Departsevery 15 mins
- Typical cost¥10,680($78)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Miyajima and Matsumoto
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Miyajima to Matsumoto by ferry, train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then drive which costs around ¥10,680 ($78) and will take around 8h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a ferry, then take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 3h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥49,560 ($360).
The distance between Miyajima and Matsumoto is around 684km (425 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 558km (347 miles)
It takes around 4h 60m to get from Miyajima and Matsumoto by ferry and train.
The quickest way to get from Miyajima to Matsumoto is to take a ferry, then take the train and then fly which takes around 3h 25m and will set you back approx ¥49,560 ($360).
The cheapest way to travel between Miyajima and Matsumoto is to take a ferry and then drive which will typically cost around ¥10,680 ($78) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Miyajima and Matsumoto. We recommend that you take a ferry to Miyajimaguchi then take the train to Hakata then fly from Fukuoka (FUK) to Matsumoto (MMJ). instead which will take 3h 25m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Miyajima and Matsumoto. We recommend that you take a ferry to Miyajimaguchi then take the train to Hakata then fly from Fukuoka (FUK) to Matsumoto (MMJ). instead which will take 3h 25m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Miyajima to Matsumoto. We recommend that you take a ferry to Miyajimaguchi then take the train to Hakata then fly from Fukuoka (FUK) to Matsumoto (MMJ). instead which will take 3h 25m.
The closest major airport to Matsumoto is Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) (MMJ) which is approximately 9km (6 miles) from Matsumoto. Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) (HND) and Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) (NGO) 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 Miyajima to Matsumoto. We recommend that you take a ferry to Miyajimaguchi then take the train to Nagoya and then to Matsumoto. instead which will take 4h 60m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Miyajima to Matsumoto is to take a ferry and then take the train which takes, on average, 4h 60m and will usually cost around ¥18,480 ($135).
Compare travel optionsbetween Miyajima and Matsumoto
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ferry and Plane + 3 similar | 5hrs | ¥55,720($405) | every 4 hours | 1,052km (653 miles) |
| Ferry, Train and Plane | 3h 25m | ¥49,560($360) | every 30 mins | 1,023km (635 miles) |
| Ferry, Plane and Train | 5h 25m | ¥32,445($235) | every 4 hours | 974km (605 miles) |
| Ferry, Bus, Plane and Train | 6hrs | ¥25,325($185) | hourly | 953km (592 miles) |
Ferry and Train | 4h 60m | ¥18,480($135) | hourly | 684km (425 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 11h 20m | ¥15,195($110) | twice daily | 717km (446 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 8h 30m | ¥10,680($78) | every 15 mins | 695km (432 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Miyajima and Matsumoto
Ferry operators
JR Miyajima Ferry
Miyajima Matsudai Kisen
Setonaikaikisen
Airlines
Fuji Dream
Bus companies
Ryobi Express
Alpico Group
Chugoku JR Bus Company
Train operators
Airports near Matsumoto
The following major airports near Matsumoto offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Matsumoto Airport (MMJ)
- Distance
- 9km (6 miles) from Matsumoto
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
- Distance
- 181km (112 miles) from Matsumoto
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
- Distance
- 186km (116 miles) from Matsumoto