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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Sapporo to Matsumoto Castle

Composite routes from Sapporo to Matsumoto Castle

Cheapest
17 h 34 min
Car
1103 km.
from $60
Other
3 h 41 min
Train, Plane
811 km.
from $10.87
25 h 26 min
Bus, Train
811 km.
from $118.79
11 h 13 min
812 km.
from $356.39
23 h 40 min
Bus, Train
811 km.
from $162.46

Transport providers

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto to Ōmiya
Ave. Duration:
3h 51m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$127.04–$190.56
Train from Ōmiya to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$43.19–$62.25
Train from Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto to Shin-Aomori
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.57–$53.36

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Sapporo to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto
Ave. Duration:
3h 32m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$58.44–$82.57
Train from Nagano to Matsumoto
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.51–$26.68

JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company)

Phone:
011-222-7111
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/
Train from Sapporo to New
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jreast.co.jp/multi/en/
Train from Nagano to Matsumoto
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.99–$10.16

Airlines

Fuji Dream

Website:
fujidream.co.jp/
Plane from New Chitose Airport to Matsumoto
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.04–$533.55
Plane from Okadama Airport to Matsumoto
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$177.85–$393.81

Bus operators

ALPICO Kotsu

Phone:
0570-550-373
Website:
alpico.co.jp/en/
Bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Matsumoto
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$30.49–$35.57

Nagaden Bus

Phone:
026-295-8008
Website:
nagadenbus.co.jp/
Bus from Niigata City Bus Center to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
3h 29m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$27.01

Konan Bus

Phone:
0172-36-5061
Website:
konanbus.com/
Bus from Konan Bus Hirosaki Bus Terminal to Shinjuku
Ave. Duration:
9h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$38.11–$58.44

Hokkaido Chuo Bus

Phone:
011-231-0500
Website:
chuo-bus.co.jp/language/en.html
Bus from 中央バス札幌ターミナル to 新函館北斗駅前
Ave. Duration:
4h 46m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$26.68–$69.87

北海道バス

Website:
hokkaidoubus-newstar.jp
Bus from 中央バス札幌ターミナル to 新函館北斗駅前
Ave. Duration:
4h 49m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$37.03

Other operators

Shin Nihonkai Ferry

Website:
snf.jp
Other from Otaru to Niigata
Ave. Duration:
16h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$55.90–$139.74

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sapporo to Matsumoto Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Sapporo to Matsumoto Castle is to car ferry and drive which costs $76.09 - $173.91 and takes 20h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sapporo to Matsumoto Castle?

The fastest way to get from Sapporo to Matsumoto Castle is to fly which takes 3h 58m and costs $184.78 - $391.30 .

Is there a direct train between Sapporo and Matsumoto Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Sapporo to Matsumoto Castle. However, there are services departing from Sapporo and arriving at Matsumoto via Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto, Ōmiya and Nagano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 13m.

How far is it from Sapporo to Matsumoto Castle?

The distance between Sapporo and Matsumoto Castle is 862 km.

How do I travel from Sapporo to Matsumoto Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Sapporo to Matsumoto Castle without a car is to train which takes 11h 13m and costs $195.65 - $315.22 .

How long does it take to get from Sapporo to Matsumoto Castle?

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Sapporo to Matsumoto Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sapporo to Matsumoto Castle train from?

Sapporo to Matsumoto Castle train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Sapporo station.

Train or fly from Sapporo to Matsumoto Castle?

The best way to get from Sapporo to Matsumoto Castle is to train which takes 11h 13m and costs $195.65 - $315.22 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $184.78 - $391.30 and takes 3h 58m.

What is the time difference between Sapporo and Matsumoto Castle?

It is currently 21:55 at both, Sapporo and Matsumoto Castle.

Where does the Sapporo to Matsumoto Castle train arrive?

Sapporo to Matsumoto Castle train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto station.

Where can I stay near Matsumoto Castle?

There are 238+ hotels available in Matsumoto Castle. Prices start at $18.68 per night.
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