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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Matsumoto to Kurashiki

Composite routes from Matsumoto to Kurashiki

Cheapest
6 h 53 min
Car
528 km.
from $29
Fastest
1 h 11 min
Plane
Other
4 h 24 min
422 km.
from $167.98
10 h 31 min
422 km.
from $95.89
2 h 49 min
Plane, Train
422 km.
from $260.78

Transport providers

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Nagoya Station to Okayama
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$63.52–$95.28
Train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Okayama
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$33.03–$49.54

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Matsumoto to Nagoya
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.38–$54.63

Airlines

Fuji Dream

Website:
fujidream.co.jp/
Plane from Matsumoto Airport to Kobe
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.52–$203.26

Bus operators

ALPICO Kotsu

Phone:
0570-550-373
Website:
alpico.co.jp/en/
Bus from Matsumoto Bus Terminal to Meitetsu
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$25.41–$38.11

Meitetsu Bus

Phone:
052-582-5151
Website:
meitetsu-bus.co.jp/english
Bus from Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit to Kurashiki
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$36.84–$60.98

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Matsumoto to Kurashiki?

The cheapest way to get from Matsumoto to Kurashiki is to drive which costs $54.35 - $81.52 and takes 6h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Matsumoto to Kurashiki?

The fastest way to get from Matsumoto to Kurashiki is to fly and train which takes 2h 49m and costs $119.57 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Matsumoto and Kurashiki?

No, there is no direct bus from Matsumoto to Kurashiki. However, there are services departing from Matsumoto Bus Terminal and arriving at Kurashiki via Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Matsumoto and Kurashiki?

No, there is no direct train from Matsumoto to Kurashiki. However, there are services departing from Matsumoto and arriving at Kurashiki via Nagoya Station and Okayama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Matsumoto to Kurashiki?

The distance between Matsumoto and Kurashiki is 533 km. The road distance is 529.1 km.

How do I travel from Matsumoto to Kurashiki without a car?

The best way to get from Matsumoto to Kurashiki without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs $92.39 - $152.17 .

How long does it take to get from Matsumoto to Kurashiki?

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Matsumoto to Kurashiki, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matsumoto to Kurashiki bus from?

Matsumoto to Kurashiki bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, depart from Matsumoto Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Matsumoto to Kurashiki train from?

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

Train or bus from Matsumoto to Kurashiki?

The best way to get from Matsumoto to Kurashiki is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs $92.39 - $152.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $53.26 - $86.96 and takes 10h 31m.

Where does the Matsumoto to Kurashiki bus arrive?

Matsumoto to Kurashiki bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, arrive at Meitetsu Bus Center station.

Where does the Matsumoto to Kurashiki train arrive?

Matsumoto to Kurashiki train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Nagoya station.

Can I drive from Matsumoto to Kurashiki?

Yes, the driving distance between Matsumoto to Kurashiki is 529 km. It takes approximately 6h 40m to drive from Matsumoto to Kurashiki.

Where can I stay near Kurashiki?

There are 217+ hotels available in Kurashiki. Prices start at $23.10 per night.
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