How to travel from Nagasaki to Hakuba, Japan

The distance between Nagasaki and Hakuba is around 967km (601 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly, then take the train and then take the bus which takes around 5h 10m.

10 routes found

We've found 10 different ways to get from Nagasaki to Hakuba by train, bus, car, plane and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Train and Plane

Take the train to Hakata then fly from Fukuoka (FUK) to Matsumoto (MMJ).

  • Duration5h 15m
  • Flight time1h 25m
  • Typical cost
    ¥41,755($305)
Operated by

Multiple operators

4 similiar routes

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Train via Shin-Tosu

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

  • Duration8h 50m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    ¥30,800($225)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

1 similiar route

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Bus via Nishitetsu Tenjin Expressway Bus Terminal

Take the bus to Nishitetsu Tenjin Expressway Bus Terminal then Meitetsu Nagoya and then to Happo.

  • Duration19h 15m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ¥17,795($130)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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Drive

Drive to Hakuba.

  • Duration13hrs
  • Distance1,162km (722 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Nagasaki and Hakuba

There are several options for getting from Nagasaki to Hakuba by train, bus, car, plane and ferry. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ¥17,795 ($130) and will take around 19h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly, then take the train and then take the bus and arrive in approximately 5h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥36,690 ($270).

The distance between Nagasaki and Hakuba is around 967km (601 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 851km (529 miles)

It takes around 8h 55m to get from Nagasaki and Hakuba by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 13hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Nagasaki to Hakuba is to fly, then take the train and then take the bus which takes around 5h 10m and will set you back approx ¥36,690 ($270).

The cheapest way to travel between Nagasaki and Hakuba, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ¥17,795 ($130) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Nagasaki and Hakuba. It typically takes around 8h 55m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Nagasaki to Hakuba. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Hakata, Nagoya, Matsumoto and Shinano-Omachi. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 8h 55m.

Japan Railways Limited Express, Japan Railways Shinkansen and Japan Railways (JR) run train services between Nagasaki and Hakuba. Trains depart hourly and will take around 8h 55m, 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 Nagasaki and Hakuba. It typically takes around 22h 30m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Nagasaki to Hakuba. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Kyōto. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 22h 30m.

Kintetsu Bus, Alpico Group, Nishitetsu, Meitetsu Bus and Jam Jam Liner run regular bus services between Nagasaki and Hakuba. Buses run once daily and take around 22h 30m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Nagasaki to Hakuba. We recommend that you fly from Nagasaki (NGS) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Nagano then take the bus to Hakuba Station. instead which will take 5h 10m.

The closest major airport to Hakuba is Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) (MMJ) which is approximately 59km (37 miles) from Hakuba. 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

Yes it is possible to drive from Nagasaki and Hakuba. The distance is around 1,162km (722 miles) by road and it will take around 13hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Nagasaki to Hakuba is to take the train which takes, on average, 8h 55m and will usually cost around ¥28,475 ($210).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Nagasaki and Hakuba

Transport options from Nagasaki to Hakuba
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train and Plane + 4 similar
5h 15m
¥41,755($305)
every 3 hours967km (601 miles)
Plane and Train5h 60m
¥42,440($310)
every 3 hours993km (617 miles)
Train to Hakata, plane6h 15m
¥38,470($280)
every 4 hours1,088km (676 miles)
Plane, Train and Bus5h 10m
¥36,690($270)
every 4 hours1,273km (791 miles)
Car, Ferry and Plane5h 30m
¥35,045($255)
every 3 hours1,021km (635 miles)
Train via Shin-Tosu + 1 similar
8h 50m
¥30,800($225)
every 3 hours1,115km (693 miles)
Train8h 55m
¥28,475($210)
every 3 hours1,120km (696 miles)
Bus via Nishitetsu Tenjin Expressway Bus Terminal + 1 similar
19h 15m
¥17,795($130)
once daily1,227km (762 miles)
Bus22h 30m
¥21,765($160)
once daily1,186km (737 miles)
Drive
13hrs
¥17,385($125)
on demand1,162km (722 miles)

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Airports near Hakuba

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

MMJ
Matsumoto Airport (MMJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
59km (37 miles) from Hakuba
HND
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
International Airport
Distance
215km (133 miles) from Hakuba
NGO
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
International Airport
Distance
226km (140 miles) from Hakuba